Clerk-Typist - Service Centre

Coquitlam; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned day off program

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended benefits

Job summary

City of Coquitlam is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Clerk for the Public Works Administration team. The role provides diverse information and assistance to the public on Engineering and Public Works policies, procedures, regulations, and functions.

It includes drafting correspondence, payroll data entry, minute-taking, and front counter/ switchboard relief. The role is temporary up to 18 months with an hourly rate range of $31.58–$37.09.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Drive to provide exemplary customer service to internal and external customers.
• Combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence and payroll data entry.
• Take minutes at meetings and provide general clerical assistance for the division.
• Provide front counter customer service and switchboard relief.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Maximo

Amanda

Cognos

Job description

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

About You / What WeAre Looking For

We have an exciting opportunity on our Public Works Administration teamfor an organized, efficient and detail orientated individual with excellentcustomer service skills. In this role you will provide diversified informationand assistance to the public on matters related to the City’s Engineering andPublic Works policies, procedures, regulations, and functions.In addition, you will be responsible for avariety of administrative tasks not limited to drafting correspondence, payrolldata entry, taking minutes at meetings, providing general clerical assistancefor the division, as well as providing front counter customer service andswitchboard relief. This role is temporary in nature and is expected to be upto 18 months in duration.

MinimumQualifications

Applicantsinterested in this role should possess strong written and oral communicationskills and have a drive to provide exemplary customer service to both internaland external customers.The successfulcandidate must have strong administrative skills and display sound judgementwhen responding to a variety of inquiries and requests.A combination of education, training andexperience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Experienceworking in a clerical position in a similar environment would be considered anasset.

Additionalskills and qualifications include:

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures and experienceoperating standard office equipment
• Accurate typing and data entry speed
• Formal training and experience using Microsoft Office suiteproducts, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Previousexperience with a centralized electronic document management system, Maximo,Amanda, Cognos, and some experience with payroll data entry would be consideredassets.

What We Offer:

T his CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $31.58 - $37.09. The rate of pay is based on a variety of factorsincluding qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.

You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse teamdedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in varietyof learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is anopportunity to participate in an earned day off program. The City offers anattractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability tocontribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.

Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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

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We thank allapplicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interviewwill be contacted.