Clerk Typist 2 - Reception

City of Coquitlam; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Coquitlam is seeking a motivated Clerk Typist 2 – Reception for a one-year, part-time assignment at City Hall. You will manage the switchboard, reception, data entry, typing, and general office tasks while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualification requirements include Grade 11, proficiency in Word and Excel, and a BC Driver’s License. The role also requires the ability to lift up to 35 lbs; AMANDA or CEDMS experience is an asset.

Qualifications

• Grade 11 completion and knowledge of modern office procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Valid BC Driver’s License required.
• Experience in a similar customer-facing reception or administrative role preferred.
• Courses in Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Experience with AMANDA or CEDMS is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage City Hall switchboard and reception services.
• Perform data entry, basic accounting, typing, and general office tasks.
• Provide customer service and clerical support at reception.
• Handle mailroom activities: incoming/outgoing mail, sorting, logging packages.
• Distribute interoffice mail daily; operate mailroom machinery.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Accuracy

Decision making

Education

Grade 11

Business Administration courses

Tools

AMANDA

CEDMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

City of Coquitlam

Clerk Typist 2 - Reception

Auxiliary (1 Year, Part-Time Assignment)

About Us

One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!

About You / What We Are Looking For

The City of Coquitlam is seeking a motivated, organized, and professional individual with excellent customer service, interpersonal, and accuracy skills for a one year part-time receptionist and mailroom role at City Hall. The Clerk Typist 2 is responsible for managing City Hall switchboard and reception services, performing data entry, basic accounting, typing, and handling general office administration tasks. The successful candidate will independently manage customer service and clerical duties, ensuring a welcoming reception area while efficiently handling calls, correspondence, administrative support, and supporting mailroom activities. The successful candidate will also be responsible for incoming mail, distribution, outgoing shipping and mailroom inventory control. This will involve receiving, sorting, and logging daily mail and courier packages. Utilizing a mailroom cart, interoffice mail will be delivered daily onsite to various departments. Outgoing mail will be processed utilizing mailroom machinery. The mailroom will be monitored in combination with the reception desk, as needs arise.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have completed Grade 11, possess knowledge of modern office procedures, be proficient in operating office equipment and using Microsoft Word and Excel, and demonstrate strong decision‑making skills. A valid BC Driver’s License is required. The successful candidate must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate has previous experience in a similar customer facing reception or administrative role supplemented with courses in Business Administration or a related field, as well as previous experience managing a busy switchboard. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential while experience with, AMANDA and CEDMS or related software will be considered an asset.

What We Offer:

This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $29.25 - $34.25 (2026 rates) plus 12% in lieu of benefits. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills. This position will be working at the Coquitlam City Hall location Monday to Fridays, from 9:00am – 1:00pm. This is a part‑time assignment for approximately one year, starting in January 2027.

You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities.

Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.

If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.

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