25-033 Clerk 2 (Auxiliary)

City of Maple Ridge; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Maple Ridge is looking for a self-motivated Clerk 2 to provide clerical relief across multiple departments. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a proficiency in MS Office. This role plays a vital part in ensuring productive interactions within the city’s public service environment and contributes to a vibrant community.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Participation in the Municipal Pension Plan

Comprehensive employee wellness program

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Successful completion of secondary education with administrative courses.
• Experience in a public service agency preferred.
• Proficiency in data entry and bookkeeping tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical relief support across various departments.
• Assist managers and employees for positive interactions.
• Perform non-complex arithmetic calculations and data entry.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

Completion of secondary education

Administrative and computer courses

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Clerk 2 Position Overview

We are seeking a self-motivated, organized, and service-oriented professional to provide clerical relief support across various departments within the City of Maple Ridge. Assignments may vary from one day to several weeks, covering short-term leaves, special projects, or specific assignments. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, strong knowledge of clerical practices and procedures, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience in marketing, graphic design, payroll, minute taking, and/or cashiering is considered an asset.

The incumbent will provide clerical relief throughout the organization, supporting departments such as Engineering and Public Works, Planning, Development Services, Finance, Community Development, IT, Legislative Services, Parks, Recreation, & Culture, and Police Services. Responsibilities include assisting managers, supervisors, employees, and visitors to ensure positive and productive interactions.

Education and Experience

Successful completion of secondary education, supplemented by administrative and computer courses, plus related experience preferably in a Public Service Agency. An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of services, functions, procedures, by-laws, and regulations relevant to department operations;
• Understanding of modern office practices and procedures;
• Effective and courteous communication with the public and other departments;
• Ability to perform non-complex arithmetic calculations;
• Proficiency in operating office equipment;
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word and Excel);
• Accurate data entry skills, including bookkeeping and accounting tasks;

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational, customer service, and communication skills;
• Team player with a proactive approach to exceeding expectations;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Knowledge of clerical practices such as formatting, agenda writing, and minute taking;
• Experience uploading and publishing content;
• Ability to prepare, review, and process various documents and reports.

Additional experience in marketing, graphic design, finance, payroll, legislative services, cashiering, Tempest System, or Amanda System is an asset.

Working Conditions and Efforts

This position involves providing coverage for front-line and clerical staff across departments.

Equity Statement

The City of Maple Ridge values diversity and is committed to an inclusive culture. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process by contacting [e-mail].

What We Offer

We offer competitive compensation, including participation in the Municipal Pension Plan, a comprehensive employee wellness program, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in helping shape a vibrant community.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.