Apply By: Monday, December 29, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Marketing Assistant

Job ID:
236061
Organization:
Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming
Division:
Agency Relations and Accountability Division / Huronia Historical Parks
City:
Midland
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary seasonal annually recurring contract from approximately March to December each year
Job code:
08OAD - Office Administration 08
Salary:
$26.92 - $31.31 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

We're looking for a detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you'll provide technical and system support, deliver administrative and marketing services, and lead exciting projects. If you enjoy working with digital tools, supporting smooth operations, and contributing to creative promotional material, this may be the position for you

About the job

In this role, you will:
• act as the main contact for system-related questions and support, including ticketing, booking, and communication tools
• handle inbound and outbound sales, monitor digital systems, and resolve technical or process issues
• manage administrative tasks such as processing invoices, tracking expenditures and preparing reports and dashboards
• support marketing and communications by updating newsletters, event calendars, and creating promotional materials
• coordinate guest services and maintain communication channels to ensure smooth operations and positive experiences
• assist with projects, team support, and inventory management, including attending meetings and providing backup coverage

What you bring to the team


Mandatory requirements

This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid class G driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license upon being hired

Marketing, sales and digital systems knowledge:

You have knowledge of:
• internet and phone sales techniques, and accurate cash handling to manage transactions and complete sales
• digital systems such as ticketing, booking, and communication tools to monitor, troubleshoot and support their functionality
• marketing and communication practices to create and share promotional materials, newsletters, and event calendars

Analytical and problem-solving skills:

You can demonstrate:
• reasoning skills to keep systems accurate, analyze data, create reports, and reorganize data to highlight trends
• the ability to summarize observations and identify, follow up on, and resolve discrepancies
• analytical skills to use various software tools to create statistical reports in different presentation formats (including graphs), prepare documents and spreadsheets, and design layouts for in-house materials
• evaluative skills to provide technical support of systems and marketing tools
• problem-solving skills to resolve service issues and data discrepancies across platforms

Communication and customer service skills:

You can:
• demonstrate oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to support staff, guests, and visitors, and answer questions from internal teams, external partners, and the public
• write correspondence, draft presentations, and create promotional materials for marketing campaigns, guest communications, and internal reports
• demonstrate diplomacy, tact and customer service principles to provide customer service to guests, stakeholders, and team members
• answer questions, explain procedures and ensure that systems and communications are aligned with operational standards

Organizational and planning skills:

You can:
• organize and plan work to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while adhering to policies and practices
• keep database information accurate and up to date
• adapt to changing priorities and handle increased demands

Financial knowledge:

• You have knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliation, and budget control, to monitor sales and prepare accurate reconciliation reports

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer  accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please  contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

Additional information:

Apply by:
Monday, December 29, 2025 11:59 pm EST
Position details:
  • 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 10 months, 16164 Hwy 12, Midland, Central Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Category:
Communications; Marketing and Creative Services
Posted on:
Wednesday, December 10, 2025

How to apply:

  1. You must apply online.
  2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
  3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
  4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
  5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
  6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.


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