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Clerk 1 Receptionist

SereneAid


Job Location:

Bridgewater - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 1-3years
Posted: 2 October 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Clerk 1 / Receptionist (ADM02)
Location: Bridgewater Nova Scotia 99 High Street
Department: NS Housing Corporation
Contract: October 5 2026
Schedule: MondayFriday 7 hours/day 100% onsite

Position Overview
The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a Clerk 1 / Receptionist (ADM02) to provide temporary backfill support at the NS Housing Corporation office in Bridgewater. The successful candidate will perform a variety of standardized clerical and reception duties in accordance with established methods and procedures with a strong emphasis on accuracy professionalism and customer service.
The position works under direct supervision and requires regular interaction with members of the public staff and internal departments.
Key Responsibilities
  • Greet and assist members of the public and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Operate and manage the office switchboard/telephone system directing calls and taking messages as required.
  • Perform a variety of routine and standardized clerical and administrative tasks.
  • Prepare organize process and file correspondence and other office documentation.
  • Maintain accurate and orderly paper and electronic files in accordance with established procedures.
  • Receive sort distribute and deliver inter-office mail.
  • Order and maintain supplies for various office equipment and general office requirements.
  • Provide general administrative and clerical support to staff and the office.
  • Follow established methods procedures and instructions while completing assigned tasks.
  • Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail when handling documentation and routine administrative work.
  • Respond appropriately to routine inquiries and direct more complex matters to the appropriate staff member.
  • Perform other related clerical/reception duties as assigned.


Requirements
Mandatory Qualifications & Requirements
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
  • Grade XI education or equivalent.
  • Related clerical/reception experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Experience performing standardized clerical tasks using established methods and procedures.
  • Ability to provide professional reception and public-facing service including greeting and assisting visitors.
  • Ability to operate a switchboard/telephone system and appropriately direct calls.
  • Experience with preparing and filing correspondence and documentation.
  • Ability to handle routine administrative duties with a strong emphasis on accuracy.
  • Ability to order office supplies and support general office operations.
  • Ability to handle and distribute inter-office mail.
  • Ability to work effectively under direct supervision and follow established procedures.
  • Strong communication organization attention to detail and customer-service skills.
  • 100% onsite availability in Bridgewater Nova Scotia for the assignment.



Required Skills:

Grade XI education or equivalent. Related clerical/reception experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience performing standardized clerical tasks using established methods and procedures. Ability to provide professional reception and public-facing service including greeting and assisting visitors. Ability to operate a switchboard/telephone system and appropriately direct calls. Experience with preparing and filing correspondence and documentation. Ability to handle routine administrative duties with a strong emphasis on accuracy. Ability to order office supplies and support general office operations. Ability to handle and distribute inter-office mail. Ability to work effectively under direct supervision and follow established procedures. Strong communication organization attention to detail and customer-service skills. 100% onsite availability in Bridgewater Nova Scotia for the duration of the assignment.


Required Education:

Grade XI education or equivalent.