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Clerk 1 / Receptionist

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Clerk 1 / Receptionist (ADM02)
Client: Government of Nova Scotia – NS Housing Corporation
Location: 9 Church Street, Truro, Nova Scotia
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Start Date: October 5, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7 hours/day
Hours: 35 hours/week

Position Overview
The Government of Nova Scotia – NS Housing Corporation is seeking a Clerk 1 / Receptionist (ADM02) to provide clerical and reception support at its 9 Church Street location in Truro, Nova Scotia.
This is a temporary backfill position required until the permanent vacancy is filled. The successful candidate will perform a variety of standardized clerical and reception duties under direct supervision, following established methods and procedures with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
  • Greet and assist visitors and members of the public in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Operate and manage the office switchboard and direct incoming calls appropriately.
  • Receive, respond to, and route routine inquiries.
  • Prepare, format, organize, and file correspondence and other office documentation.
  • Maintain accurate and organized paper and electronic files.
  • Perform general clerical and administrative tasks in accordance with established procedures.
  • Order and maintain supplies for various office equipment and administrative needs.
  • Receive, sort, distribute, and deliver inter-office mail.
  • Assist with routine office coordination and administrative activities.
  • Maintain accuracy and attention to detail when completing assigned clerical work.
  • Follow established policies, procedures, and instructions while working under direct supervision.
  • Provide professional service to internal staff, visitors, and members of the public.


Requirements

Mandatory Qualifications / Requirements
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
  • Grade XI education plus related experience, OR
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Related experience performing clerical and/or receptionist duties.
  • Ability to perform standardized clerical tasks according to established methods and procedures.
  • Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to greet and interact professionally with the public.
  • Ability to perform duties involving switchboard/telephone operations.
  • Experience with preparing and filing correspondence and office documentation.
  • Ability to handle office supplies and routine administrative requirements.
  • Ability to manage and distribute inter-office mail.
  • Ability to work effectively under direct supervision and follow established procedures.
Work Location & Schedule
Location: 9 Church Street, Truro, NS
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Schedule: 5 days/week
Hours: 7 hours/day / 35 hours/week

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