Employment Opportunities

The Township of Madawaska Valley is a thriving community in the Ottawa Valley, just two hours from Ottawa and less than an hour to Algonquin Provincial Park. Home to 4,000 and a substantial seasonal population, our residents enjoy countless recreational opportunities on our many lakes, trails, and backroads, as well as excellent healthcare services and local schools, shopping and restaurants in our three population centres, and numerous events and festivals throughout the year.

The Township employs 30 full time and 15 part time employees across multiple departments and locations spanning through Wilno, Barry’s Bay, and Combermere.

Open Employment Opportunities

The Township is presently accepting applications for an Accounting Clerk II (Temporary Full-Time Position – Up to 18 Months). 

Reporting to the Treasurer, the position is responsible for all Accounts Payable processes, including year-end and audit reporting and providing assistance and backup relief to the Deputy-Treasurer for taxation and utility billing related duties. This position also performs data entry and backup receptionist, secretarial and support to the Finance Department.

A detailed job description, including an expanded list of responsibilities pertaining to this position is available below, or by request at the Municipal Office. The Township of Madawaska Valley does not us AI in the hiring process.

Submit a cover letter and resume via email by 3:00 p.m., Thursday September 03, 2026 quoting “Accounting Clerk II” to admin@madawaskavalley.ca.

Temp Accounting Clerk II FT Employment Opportunity

Full Job Description Accounting Clerk II

The Township of Madawaska Valley is presently accepting applications for a Crossing Guard. A Crossing 
Guard ensures the safety of students and pedestrians by directing traffic and guiding children across busy streets. This position is based in Barry's Bay and the successful candidate works two hours per day (one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon), Monday-Friday during the school year. 

Rate of pay: Group 1 Step 1 - $17.98 hourly plus 4% vacation pay.

A detailed job description, including an expanded list of responsibilities pertaining to this position is available below, or by request at the Municipal Office. Submit a cover letter and resume in a sealed envelope or email, by August 28, 2026, by:

  • Mail: Township of Madawaska Valley, PO Box 1000, 85 Bay Street Barry’s Bay, Ontario K0J 1B0
  • Email: admin@madawaskavalley.ca

We thank all applicants and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. 

CROSSING Employment Opportunity Crossing Guard

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The Madawaska Valley Fire Department is actively recruiting new Volunteer Firefighters for both the North Hall (Barry’s Bay) and South Hall (Combermere).

Volunteer Firefighters engage in fire suppression, prevention, and education activities. Candidates must be able to obtain a clean driver’s abstract and vulnerable sector check, as well as become trained to the 1002 National Fire Protection Agency Standard Level One. All training is paid for by the Township of Madawaska Valley, and Volunteer Firefighters are paid annually based on the number of training sessions and calls they respond to.

Fire Recruitment Form

Drop off completed forms at 85 Bay Street in Barry’s Bay, or email the forms to firechief@madawaskavalley.ca.

Questions? Contact Corwin Quade, Chief Fire Official:
85 Bay Street
Barry’s Bay, Ontario
K0J 1B0
firechief@madawaskavalley.ca
613-756-2747 ext 235

Policies & Procedures

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please advise if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

We will hold your application in strict confidence. Information contained in your application will only be used for the purpose of employment assessment for the position applied for. Personal information provided is in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act.

Please note that the Municipality does not accept unsolicited resumes. Employment opportunities will be posted on our website as they become available, and only applications submitted for advertised positions will be considered.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement? Apply Anyway!

If you don’t meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We recognize that skills and experience can come from a variety of backgrounds, and we’re interested in learning what you can bring to the role. If you meet most of the qualifications and believe you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to submit your application.

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