Clerk Typist/Office Assistant Job Surrey area,BC Canada,Administrative/Clerical

Salary
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The salary range for this position is CAD $26.42 - $28.25 / hour

Job Summary
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We are currently looking to fill an opportunity for a Relief Full-time Clerk Typist/Office Assistant to support Population & Public Health in Surrey, B.C.

Surrey is a vibrant growing city that combines modern living with natural beauty and a strong farming history. Known as the City of Parks, Surrey boasts over 6,000 acres of parkland, offering endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re exploring the trails of Green Timbers, browsing fresh produce at a local farmers’ market or taking in the latest exhibit at the Surrey Art Gallery, the city offers something for everyone.

With excellent schools, expanding transit options and a close-knit community, Surrey is not just a place to live—it’s a place to thrive.

Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:

Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits:
Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
Benefit Portability:
Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
Immediate Pension Enrollment:
Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
Maternity Top-Up:
Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
Trans Link Pass Subsidy:
Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on Trans Link passes
Additional employee discounts and perks available

* Eligibility based on employment status

Detailed Overview

Under the general supervision of the Administrative Assistant or Manager, the Clerk Typist/Office Assistant performs secretarial duties of some complexity which requires the exercise of independent judgement based upon a good understanding of departmental procedures and may involve some initiative in planning the sequence of duties and the work methods to be employed; responsible for the finality of repeat assignments.

Responsibilities

Performs word processing and data entry functions such as maintaining relevant registers, updating manuals, and preparing correspondence, lists, permits, licenses, records, reports, agendas, charts, tables, presentation material, newsletters and court and legal documents from draft, copy or general instruction, using word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, database, and other software applications: proofreads documents as required; may compose correspondence for review and signature.

Prepares, processes and maintains the preparation, processing and maintenance of a large volume of records, files, permits, licences, indexes and accounts pertaining to department activities, manually and/or by using a computer terminal to enter, revise, update and retrieve information; relieves professional and other staff of administrative detail.

Performs clerical duties such as opening, reading, sorting, prioritizing, and distributing incoming correspondence, completing forms for signature, and packaging items for shipping; composes and personally types non-routine letters; signs such matters as authorized by the administrative assistant; may sign for receipt of packages and shipments.

Performs general office functions such as booking and setting up meeting room, arranging conference calls, and recording and producing meeting agendas and minutes.

Receives payment and issues receipts for payment of permit and other administrative fees; checks a variety of receipts, cheques, and invoices; maintains related records.

Compiles and condenses non-technical statistical data from uniform sources requiring an understanding of problems and terminology involved; devises forms, sets up moderately complex statistical tables and assists in the preparation of routine reports.

Answers routine inquiries by…

Clerk Typist​/Office Assistant

Clerk Typist/Office Assistant