Career Opportunities

The District of Muskoka is Growing!

We’re looking for the best and brightest in business, design, health care and so much more! Through a diverse and inclusive workplace, this is where you can build a career, learn grow and lead. We have opportunities that will allow you to work with ambitious teams, belong to a community and make a difference. This is a place for innovators and leaders.

Join the District of Muskoka team and help lead our municipality into a vibrant future.

Current Job Opportunities:

In addition to District of Muskoka Municipal Operations, the District also operates Muskoka Paramedic Services, the Pines Long Term Care Home and Fairvern Long Term Care Home. Learn more about current job postings available with the District below:

District of Muskoka Careers - Municipal Operations

Personal Support Workers with a Pines resident

Long Term Care Homes

Paramedics sitting inside an Ambulance examining equipment

Muskoka Paramedic Services

Two summer students conducting water testing

Summer Student Opportunities

Learn More About Careers at the District

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How to Apply

To submit your application electronically, please click on the button under "Apply Now" beside the job. An email message will automatically open and you will attach your resume and cover letter to it. If we are no longer accepting resumes for the job, there will be no button beside the job.

All applications require a cover letter and resume. Please submit these as one file, not two separate documents. Acceptable file formats for applications are .doc, .docx or PDF files.
Your email subject line should include the following information:
- Last Name, First Name - Job Title
- For example: Doe, Jane - Receptionist
You must submit an application for each job you are interested in.
Please apply before the posting deadline noted on each opportunity.
All resumes must be received through Human Resources. Resumes sent directly to managers will not be accepted.
If you cannot send your resume and cover letter electronically, please visit our FAQ page for alternate methods to submit your application.

Why Work at The District?

The District hires for full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, casual and student jobs. This gives you many options on how to join our team.

If you want to work for an employer who cares about you and your community, join the District team!

The District offers interesting and engaging work, competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a professional team atmosphere.

Our core values include Staff Development and Teamwork.

We have a strong focus on health, safety and wellness, as well as community involvement. The people who work here are passionate about the communities they live in.

What Do We Look For?

The District's services are broad, so we look for many different skill sets. From nursing to finance, engineering to social work, planning to road maintenance, or water & wastewater operations, your skills may fit our needs!

Our core values encompass customer service, innovation and continuous improvement. Because of this, we look for people who strive for high standards and look to improve ways to deliver our services and programs within our communities.

At minimum, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada and have successfully completed your Grade 12 (or equivalent) education. Further requirements are listed on each job posting.

We want employees who are passionate about what they do. Every employee contributes to the team!

RISE - District of Muskoka Vision and Values

We are excited to learn of the individuals who would like to join our teams and experience our Vision and Values of RISE!

What does RISE mean?

RISE stands for:

Respect and Integrity - Culture:We are true to ourselves, our colleagues, our community, our customers

Innovative Leadership - Innovation: We are all leaders today for Muskoka’s tomorrow… Our places, our spaces, our people
Synergy - Team: We are greater together…more than the sum of our parts
Experiences - Service: We are dedicated to delivering services that reflect… our commitment to the community, our compassion, our creativity.

FAQ's

Why would I want to work for the District?

The District Municipality of Muskoka is one of the largest employers in Muskoka. We offer a wide variety of employment opportunities. Some of the reasons you may want to work here include:

Teamwork - the District is a great place to work and become part of a team who works toward the common goal of managing the legacy of a healthy Muskoka
Health & Safety - we strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and are committed to a safe and healthy work environment
Community focus - there are many opportunities to become involved in committees or events that help to give back to the community we work in. The people who work at The District are passionate about their community
Training and development - we support our staff in developing their skills through various types of training and learning opportunities
Compensation and benefits - the District offers a competitive compensation package which includes the OMERS pension, a comprehensive benefits programs and access to an Employee Assistance Program, where employees can get support and solutions on a wide range of personal or work-related issues

What skills do I need to work at the District?

All jobs in the District require completion of your Grade 12 education, at minimum.

However, each job also requires its own set of skills, specific to the role. The job postings will outline the minimum requirements for each job.

How often are new job opportunities posted?

Job opportunities are normally posted on Wednesdays. We encourage you to check back regularly for updates or subscribe to our careers page to receive automatic updates when new jobs are added.

If I email my resume should I also send a hard copy to ensure that it was received?

No, our preferred method of application is through our online process. If you have submitted your resume online, please do not send a hard copy.

When you submit a resume you will receive a confirmation to indicate that it has been received.

How do I apply for more than one job posting?

You must send a cover letter and resume, as 1 document, for each job you wish to apply to.

What format should I use when emailing my resume?

Resume and cover letter attachments should be no larger than 5 MB. Resumes are accepted in the following file types: .doc, .pdf, .rtf, .txt. Please send your application as 1 file, not two separate attachments.

Can I submit a resume even if there are no postings that interest me?

The District does not accept resumes unless they are for a specific job.

What happens to my resume once it has been received?

Once the job posting closes, Human Resources reviews all resumes and then forwards qualified applications to the Hiring Manager. The Hiring Manager will review the skills and abilities of each applicant and create a short-list. Short-listed candidates may be contacted for additional information or to arrange an interview. Only the candidates who most closely meet the requirements of the job will be contacted.

This process could take up to four weeks, or longer, from the specified closing date. The current opportunities page will indicate what stage the recruitment process is in for each job.

Due to the volume of resumes we receive, we would appreciate if applicants did not place follow-up calls.

Will I be contacted after my application is submitted?

You only will be contacted if we require additional information to assess your suitability to the job or if you are selected for an interview.

How do I request an accommodation for my interview?

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs during an interview.

Please let us know in advance what we can do to assist you.

Where do I go for my interview?

The location of your interview will be provided to you when you are contacted. Generally, all first round interviews take place at our Pine Street Campus in Bracebridge.

What can I expect at my interview?

Interviews are normally conducted by a panel of at least two people.

The interviewers will give you more details on the job, and you will be asked both behaviour-based and technical knowledge questions.

In some cases, you will be asked to complete a skills test at the interview or you may be given an assignment to prepare for in advance of the interview.

The District Municipality of Muskoka is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ+ persons.

Our organization is committed to providing persons with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and we are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources department as soon as possible. Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the hiring process.

Any questions regarding diversity, inclusion or accessibility should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.