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Clerk 2

Upstaff


Job Location:

Halifax - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 4-5years
Posted: 26 August 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Clerk 2
Client: Government of Nova Scotia
Department: Labour Skills and Immigration
Location: Halifax Nova Scotia 7071 Bayers Road
Job Type: Contract / Temporary
Contract Duration: September 21 2026 to November 27 2026
Schedule: 5 days per week 7 hours per day

Position Overview
Our client the Government of Nova Scotia is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Clerk 2 (ADM03) to provide administrative and data-entry support.
The successful candidate will support the implementation of a new online database system AMS by entering and updating client information that was not successfully migrated from the legacy system. The role will also support the reissuance of a significant volume of Certificates of Qualification and identification cards following regulatory changes affecting certification renewal requirements for tradespeople.
This position is ideal for an individual with strong data-entry accuracy administrative experience organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with established procedures and deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
  • Enter update and maintain accurate client information in the Agency Management System (AMS).
  • Review and process client data that was not migrated from the legacy database system.
  • Assist with the preparation and reissuance of Certificates of Qualification and identification cards.
  • Verify information for accuracy completeness and consistency before processing.
  • Perform general administrative and clerical duties in accordance with established policies procedures acts rules and regulations.
  • Prepare organize and file correspondence and other documentation.
  • Respond to general inquiries received by telephone and in person.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure proper document management.
  • Assist with office administration including maintaining office supply inventory and petty cash as required.
  • Distribute and manage inter-office mail and correspondence.
  • Exercise sound judgment in selecting and applying appropriate work methods and procedures.
  • Complete other related administrative duties as assigned.


Requirements
Required Qualifications
  • Completion of Grade 11 education plus a minimum of two (2) years of related clerical or administrative experience; or
  • An equivalent combination of education training and relevant experience.
Required Skills and Competencies
  • Strong data-entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Previous experience in clerical administrative or office support roles.
  • Ability to work with databases electronic records and administrative systems.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to follow established procedures policies and guidelines.
  • Good judgment and the ability to determine the most appropriate approach to assigned tasks.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage repetitive and high-volume administrative tasks while maintaining accuracy.
  • Proficiency with standard computer applications and office software.
  • Ability to work independently under general supervision and contribute effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with high-volume data entry or data migration activities.
  • Experience working with government regulatory certification licensing or administrative systems.
  • Previous experience handling confidential or sensitive client information.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced administrative environment with strict deadlines.



Required Skills:

Required Qualifications Completion of Grade 11 education plus a minimum of two (2) years of related clerical or administrative experience; or An equivalent combination of education training and relevant experience. Required Skills and Competencies Strong data-entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Previous experience in clerical administrative or office support roles. Ability to work with databases electronic records and administrative systems. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to follow established procedures policies and guidelines. Good judgment and the ability to determine the most appropriate approach to assigned tasks. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage repetitive and high-volume administrative tasks while maintaining accuracy. Proficiency with standard computer applications and office software. Ability to work independently under general supervision and contribute effectively as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications Experience with high-volume data entry or data migration activities. Experience working with government regulatory certification licensing or administrative systems. Previous experience handling confidential or sensitive client information. Experience working in a fast-paced administrative environment with strict deadlines.


Required Education:

ompletion of Grade 11 education plus a minimum of two (2) years of related clerical or administrative experience;