Administrative Clerk

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Clerk / Administrative Support professional to join our team in Sydney, Nova Scotia. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to public service, utilizing your strong clerical, administrative, and technological skills. The successful candidate will provide essential day-to-day office support to ensure the efficient operation of the department.Start Date2025-12-02End Date2026-02-11AdvantagesProfessional Growth: Access to career development, ongoing training, and numerous pathways for advancement across government departments.Community Impact: The opportunity to work directly in Amherst and contribute meaningfully to the programs and services that serve your fellow Nova Scotians.ResponsibilitiesThe Clerk will be responsible for a variety of administrative and clerical duties, including but not limited to:Office Administration: Performing general clerical duties such as filing, scanning, photocopying, and managing office supplies inventory.Information Management: Preparing, reviewing, and processing a variety of documents, including correspondence, reports, forms, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to provincial standards.Data Entry: Accurately inputting and maintaining data within departmental and government-wide computerized systems and databases.Communication: Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence (mail and email), answering, screening, and directing telephone calls, and responding to general inquiries from staff and the public with professionalism.Financial Support (Basic): Assisting with basic financial tasks such as sorting receipts, processing simple invoices, and preparing bank deposits, as required.Meeting Support: Assisting with the coordination of meetings, including preparing agendas, booking rooms, and potentially recording and distributing minutes.Confidentiality: Maintaining strict confidentiality and using discretion when handling sensitive information and records.QualificationsEducation: Completion of a high school diploma or GED. Additional education in Office Administration, Secretarial Science, or a related field is an asset.Experience: Previous experience (basic to moderate level) in a clerical, administrative, or office support role is required. Experience within a government or public sector environment is considered an asset.Technical Skills: Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential, along with a strong working knowledge of general office equipment. Experience with database entry and management is an asset.Key Competencies:Demonstrated strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage a varied workload effectively.Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when dealing with confidential information.A strong commitment to client and public service.SummaryAre you intersted ? Feel free to directly send your resume to mohamedanas.shaikh@randstad.caSubject line: Sydney, NS Only apply and send if you are local to the area Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.