Technical Assistant

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Winnipeg is seeking a Technical Assistant to gather and verify assessment data, perform inspections, and provide exceptional customer service. Candidates must have a high school diploma and customer service experience. This full-time position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a salary range of $1,687.56 - $2,110.23 bi-weekly.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plans

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• High school diploma supplemented by post-secondary courses.
• Previous customer service experience required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Gather and verify assessment-related data.
• Perform inspections for assessment roll.
• Provide strong customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Microsoft Office proficiency

Mathematical calculation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma, post-secondary courses in related field

Job description

Overview

Technical Assistant – Up to 5 positions. Department: Assessment and Taxation. Designated Work Location: 457 Main Street; Hybrid with designated work location. Position Type: Temporary (up to 24 months), Full time 35 hours per week. Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Salary: $1,687.56 - $2,110.23 bi-weekly, as per the Technical Assistant Classification within the C.U.P.E. Collective Agreement. Employee Group: C.U.P.E. Posting No.: 126285. Closing Date: October 9, 2025.

The City of Winnipeg provides a wide range of services to residents and offers competitive salaries and benefits including employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. We offer education, training, and staff development opportunities. Flexible work arrangements may be available subject to review and approval. Employees approved to work remotely must be able to attend meetings or in-person tasks at their designated work location when required.

We are committed to a diverse, safe, and healthy workplace and encourage applicants from equity groups that have been underrepresented at the City to apply. Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples, and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare in the online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Job Profile

As The Technical Assistant, You Will

• Gathers and verifies assessment-related data and enters it into the computer system for assigned property types for the purpose of property valuation.
• Performs inspections pertaining to assessment roll production/maintenance.
• Performs general office work in connection with realty and business assessment roll production.
• Provides strong customer service.

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• High school diploma supplemented by post-secondary courses in business administration, commerce, building trades or other related field.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency at a basic level using Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to make accurate mathematical calculations.
• Accurate data entry skills with the ability to record accurate and detailed information.
• Good judgement skills and the ability to assess and capture relevant information.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing complex or technical information to a diverse client group.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, other employees and the public.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage conflict and apply conflict management skills.
• Education outside of Canada must be comparable to Canadian minimum qualifications; foreign credentials require an official assessment from a recognized Canadian assessment service.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If a work permit is required, the applicant is responsible for ensuring it remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required at the applicant’s expense. Instructions: visit www.winnipeg.ca/police.
• Ability to participate in additional training and education as required or recommended for the position.
• Possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Physically capable of performing duties, including climbing stairs, bending, and exposure to elements during inspections.

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/. For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents, please refer to our FAQs or contact 311. Position Reports To: Area Supervisor. Flexible work arrangements may be available under Administrative Standard AS-018 – Flexible Workplace.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.