Office Support Clerk I

Requisition ID: 43161

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (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 liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. 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 and Function

The Office Support Clerk I - Mailroom Clerk, collects, inspects, sorts and delivers mail at Vancouver City Hall. This position also prepares mail for outgoing deliveries through internal and external stakeholders.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities.

• Collects mail from designated location.
• Stamps all mail with date stamp.
• Sorts mail for Revenue Services.
• Delivers mail to Revenue Services: Alarm Permits, By Law Fines, Utilities, Property Tax and License material.
• Sorts newspapers into mail slots.
• Operates Pitney Bowes envelope inserter for Residential Parking Permits.
• Sorts Canada Post mail deliveries into mail slots.
• Records any registered mail into the registration book, making sure that it is signed for upon delivery.
• Ensures registered mail delivered the same day within the hall, and if for an outside Dept, then the next day.
• Delivers/sorts any mail to Information Technology (sub ground), and also to the Training Centre.

Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Completion of the 12th school grade including or supplemented by courses in commercial subjects, typing, word processing and some related experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.
• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to perform a variety of clerical, data entry, word-processing, bookkeeping, secretarial, receptionist or other office support functions.
• Ability to prepare routine reports, correspondence and memoranda related to the work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other staff in supplying factual information and assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion.
• Ability to follow specific instructions
• Skill in typing (keyboarding) rapidly and accurately where applicable to the position.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300)

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual

Position Start Date: March, 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-011: $24.97 to $29.2 per hour

Application Close: February 20, 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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