About Township of Algonquin Highlands
What is the Township of Algonquin Highlands?
The Township of Algonquin Highlands is a municipal government in Haliburton County, in the cottage-country region of central Ontario. Formed in 2001, it serves a community of around 2,500 permanent residents (many more in summer) across services including public works, planning, parks and recreation, fire services, libraries and corporate administration.
Where will I work?
Township of Algonquin Highlands employees work from the Township office in Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, and facilities across the municipality.
What is the team like?
A small municipal team — administrative, planning, finance, recreation and library staff, alongside public-works and fire-services crews.
Work-Life Balance
Algonquin Highlands offers a genuine compressed work week. Its employment page lists, under "Why Join the Algonquin Highlands team?", a "Compressed workweek opportunity where identified" — office staff work their full-time hours over four longer days (around 8.75 hours per day, Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday).
Perks and Benefits
- Compressed work week — full-time hours worked over four longer days.
- OMERS defined-benefit pension.
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage.
- Generous vacation and paid leave.
- Professional development support.
How to Apply
View current openings on the Township of Algonquin Highlands employment page at algonquinhighlands.ca; applications are submitted to the Township's HR Coordinator.