Job Description
Job type
Full-time
Location
Winnipeg, MB
Full job description
The Clerk B - General Services Clerk is responsible for providing clerical support to the Environmental Standards Division, entering data into various program databases, receiving, directing or responding to calls, filing and archiving information, preparing various correspondences to customers, typing reports, booking meetings, and other related duties for a section of the Division as assigned. This position provides backup for other clerks, as assigned/required.
As the Clerk B – General Services Clerk, your duties will include:
Provide admin clerical support for the on-site managers, supervisors and other staff.
Enter, update and maintain data in a variety of spreadsheets and databases.
Prepare, type, format, and proofread letters, memos, reports, other documents using Microsoft Office.
Print, fax, photocopy, and scan documents, letters, and memos for distribution, filing and archiving.
Complete work accurately and efficiently, and ensure that assigned deadlines are met.
Perform reception duties, delivery and pickup of mail, arrange for courier services and make outgoing calls, as required.
Schedule participants and book boardrooms and resources for meetings using Microsoft Outlook and coordinate meeting requirements.
Act as recording secretary during meetings, and prepare and distribute the agenda and minutes of the meetings in a timely manner.
Create and issue various invoices for service. Reconcile external data to the appropriate general ledger and sub ledger accounts and balances.
Compile and complete the ordering of goods and services, including the requesting and receiving in PeopleSoft.
Perform and assist with special projects and/or events.
Provide coverage/assistance and training for various positions, as assigned/required.
Provide other duties consistent with the classification, as assigned/required.
Your education and qualifications include:
Completed High School Grade 12 / G.E.D. or equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel at the Advanced level, and proficiency in the use of various software applications including Microsoft Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint and Access.
Demonstrated ability to learn other databases and software programs, including PeopleSoft, TOKAY, WHMS and CLIC adapt to new technology.
Ability to set up letters, memos, reports in accordance with Departmental policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work under minimum supervision, and work well under pressure.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and decision making.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to work in an organized manner along with the ability to work independently, prioritizes tasks, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and files.
Demonstrated ability to input data accurately and within assigned deadlines.
Experience with a variety of standard office equipment (e.g. photocopier, fax, scanner, etc.) and general office procedures.
Demonstrated ability to make arithmetic computations and perform accounting reconciliation.
General knowledge of the Water and Waste Department’s functions relating to the duties of the position.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contacts and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
Demonstrated ability to perform miscellaneous clerical tasks consistent with the classification, or junior classifications as required.
IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.
Conditions of employment:
The successful candidate must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful candidate possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.
