Description
Position at VON Canada (Nova Scotia) Requisition Details : Employment Status : Temporary, Part-time (0.6 FTE)
Program Name : Supply Clerk
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly : 45
Work Schedule : Days
Anticipated End Date : February 2025On-Call : No
Job Summary :
The Administrative Assistant I will be working in the Supply Room as Supply Clerk, they will be responsible for administrative support functions to assist VON in providing quality service to the public. The position acts as a resource for the site management team and other team members in the office by collecting and responding to incoming correspondence, creating and formatting documents, and other related job functions.
Key Responsibilities :
- Responds to any general inquiries including answering telephone calls and ensuring staff, volunteers, clients and visitors are greeted and directed to the appropriate resource in a friendly courteous manner.
- Responds to messages from the answering service as required.
- Answers general inquiries regarding the VON organization with informed and satisfactory responses.
- Prepares all general correspondences, memos, forms, brochures, invitations, reports and other documents as required.
- Assists in the production of materials for delivery service (including collection of material, typing / formatting and photocopying / printing) and in standardizing processes and forms.
- Manages filing systems for all client, personnel and general files, ensuring accuracy, security and confidentiality.
- Inputs relevant information and produce reports, statistics and data as directed for the efficient operation of the function.
- Orders supplies, receives and maintains an inventory of required supplies
- Performs other duties as assigned.
External and Internal Relationships :
Communicates regularly and follow up with team members and managers.Education, Designations and Experience :
Post-secondary education in office administration, office information technology or a related field or related relevant experienceProficiency in Windows OS and MS Office Suite programsExperience with scheduling software and Cognos is considered an assetExperience with a unionized environment is considered an asset.Skill Requirements :
Excellent oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-taskExcellent customer service skillsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailAble to work both independently and within a teamAbility to maintain confidentiality at all timesOther :
Criminal records and vulnerable sector checkThe use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be requiredWorking conditions and physical demands : This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.
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