Clerical / Administrative Support (Temporary)

Our City, Our FutureSt. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.The OpportunityThe City of St. John’s is presently accepting applications for temporary Clerical/Administrative Support assignments for various departments within the City of St. John’s. A relief pool of candidates will be created from which qualified individuals will be called upon to work on a temporary basis for short periods of vacation, sick leave, or any other type of leave depending upon the requirements of various department.AccountabilitiesProvides clerical and administrative support within City divisions. Duties may vary based upon position assignment.The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.QualificationsCandidates must possess a high school diploma supplemented by successful completion of a recognized business administration, office administration, records management, accounting, or secretarial program; proficiency in Mircosoft Office, proficiency in typing and filing. Ability to exercise good judgment, problem solve, and display courtesy and tact in dealing with the public. Candidates must have the skill to quickly learn the operation of the required equipment; carry out verbal and written instructions accurately and quickly; and establish good communications with City Departments.Successful candidates must attain a minimum of 45 wpm and must successfully demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel on simulation tests administered by the City of St. John’s prior to hiring.Please upload a copy of your post-secondary diploma to your online profile when applying.Hours of WorkHour of work vary based on assignment. Each assignment would consist of a 33.75 or 40 hour work week.Applicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1289, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.