Summary

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 supplemented by business-related courses and computer courses; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum two years’ experience in an administrative role
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required

Location: On-site throughout Vancouver, BC

Job Type: Auxiliary/Casual

Salary: $27.04 – $31.66 per hour

Requisition ID: 42087
Organization
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ y̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ x̱ wú7mesh(Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function
The City of Vancouver’s internal temp pool is a great way to gain experience in a variety of different departments and start your City career! This position supports short-term administrative assignments arising due to employee illness, vacation, or special workload needs. Assignments vary in length but are typically one to five months long on an on-call basis.

Responsibilities vary and may include but not be limited to:

• Word processing
• Data entry
• Customer service
• Calendar management
• Other general administrative and clerical tasks

Some of our departments where you could be working include the following:

• Engineering Services
• Parks and Recreation
• Arts, Culture and Community Services
• Real Estate and Facilities Management
• Legal Services
• Planning, Urban Design and Sustainability
• Finance, Risk and Supply Chain Management

Applicants must have a reasonable amount of availability, and must be willing to travel to various sites throughout Vancouver for assignments.

Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Grade 12 supplemented by business-related courses and computer courses; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum two years’ experience in an administrative role
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is required
• Experience with cash handling and customer service are an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong keyboarding skills (minimum 40 words per minute typing speed)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of SAP is an asset
• Ability to Learn and to adapt to new computer systems and technology
• Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Excellent interpersonal; and communication skills to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and staff
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to adapt quickly to varying assignments and to changing environments

Prescreened candidates will be required to pass the City’s standard tests in typing, Word, and Excel.

Business Unit/Department: Human Resources (1020)
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks
Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual
Position Start Date: September 2024
Number of Positions Available: Multiple
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-013: $ 27.04 to $31.66 per hour

Application Close: August 11, 2024
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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