IT Student- Technology Initiatives

City of Orillia

  • Orillia, ON
  • $19.78-20.38 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
JOB DESCRIPTIONThe City of Orillia has an exciting opportunity for a University Information Technology (IT) Student or recent graduate who will work directly with the Manager of Information Technology & Customer Service in the Business Development, Tourism and Modernization Division of the Corporate Services Department.The emphasis for this position is to automate, enhance and implement technology initiatives. The successful candidate will work as part of a small IT Team providing all IT services. This position provides the opportunity to work across all IT disciplines in a municipality.DUTIES
  • Perform research, make recommendations and converse with experts on a wide range of Information Technology topics including leveraging Office 365 for new and innovative business processes.
  • Write briefs, prepare business cases and perform presentations to the Senior Management team regarding recommendations on future IT strategy, products and approaches.
  • Gather business requirements and document existing business processes. Determine the business processes used in other municipalities.
  • Document Project Charters and perform project management tasks.
  • Work with other Business Units to optimize and automate business processes using Business Process Optimization techniques.
  • Perform Project Management Tasks including the documentation of requirements, and the installation of new equipment and software.
  • Work as a member of the I.T. team to provide technical support to the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Currently enrolled in, or a graduate of a University program with in one or more of the following fields of study: Computer Science, Information Management, Information Science, Computer Engineering Technology, or Business with some IT Experience/courses.
  • Knowledge of research and forecasting techniques.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, writing, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work independently and as a team.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft 365 products such as Outlook, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint.
  • Familiarity with Cloud Based Software and Solutions.
  • Must possess a valid class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
  • The successful candidate will be required to provide a current and acceptable Criminal Record Check, at their expense, prior to the employment commencement date.
Compensation for this position is $19.78 to $20.38 per hour for up to 35 hours per week, with flexibility based on the successful candidate’s availability. This position provides the successful candidate with the flexibility to work from home up to two days per week. Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by September 12, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.Applications will only be accepted by applying online. Please click the "Apply Now" button below.Note: The City of Orillia is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the City of Orillia Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001,S.O. 2001, c. 25., and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, City of Orillia, 50 Andrew St. S., Orillia ON L3V 7T5

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