Office Clerk

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Ontario is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support various clerical tasks and provide assistance to the Board and staff. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers the chance to contribute positively to the team's efforts in a busy environment, enhancing community connections while managing essential administrative duties.

Benefits

Community-focused organization

Dynamic and engaging workplace

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant clerical or administrative experience preferred.
• Comfortable with office equipment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Perform general clerical duties including filing, photocopying, and data entry.
• Assist with bookkeeping tasks such as tracking payments and preparing deposits.
• Provide administrative support to the Board of Directors, staff, and committees.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in office or business administration

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:
• Perform general clerical duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, and data entry.
• Answer phone calls, emails, and greet visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Prepare and process correspondence, forms, invoices, and other documents.
• Maintain organized and accurate records, both digital and paper-based.
• Assist with bookkeeping tasks such as tracking payments, issuing receipts, and preparing deposits.
• Support event preparations, including registration processing, ticket sales, and volunteer coordination.
• Order and maintain office supplies and keep office equipment in good working order.
• Provide administrative support to the Board of Directors, staff, and committees as required.
• Assist with other duties as assigned to support the mission and activities of the CLE.

Qualifications & Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in office or business administration is an asset.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant clerical or administrative experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable with office equipment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to record meeting minutes
• Friendly, professional, and customer-service oriented
• Flexible and able to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment.

• Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends during events.

Physical & Other Requirements:
• Ability to sit, stand, and move around the office as needed
• Occasional lifting of office supplies or boxes (up to approximately 25 lbs).
• Comfortable working in a busy environment, especially during peak event periods.

Why Join Us?
At the CLE, you’ll be part of a community-focused organization that values tradition, teamwork, and making a positive impact. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a variety of administrative tasks and thrives in a dynamic and engaging workplace.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to:
Attention: Denis Gauthier VP Finance
Email us at: [e-mail]
Or drop off your application at:
Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Office
425 Northern Ave, Thunder Bay, Ontario

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.