Job Details: Temporary Administrative Support
| Open Date | Sep 12 2023 - 05:12:00 PM | Close Date | Ongoing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position Title | Temporary Administrative Support | Posting Type | Temporary, Part-Time |
| Posting Status | Active | Position Length | Up to 160 calendar days per year, per CUPE collective agreement |
| Department Group | Department varies by assignment | Hours per Week | Varied |
| Department | Chief Administrative Office | Openings | Ongoing |
| Education | College Diploma | Company | City of Belleville |
| Location | City of Belleville | Competition | SV23-128 |
Description
The City of Belleville, known as the ‘Friendly City’, is located at the mouth of the Moira River where it meets the picturesque Bay of Quinte. Experience world-class fishing, boating, cycling, and walking along approximately 14 kilometers of waterfront trails. Situated between Toronto and Montreal, and less than one hour from the U.S. border, the City truly is at the center of it all.
Approximately 56,000 people make Belleville their home and over 220,000 live within 30 minutes of the City. We are in close proximity to Prince Edward County where you can discover award winning wineries and numerous beaches including Sandbanks Provincial Park. We are home to Loyalist College of Applied Arts and Technology as well as Albert College, Canada’s oldest co-ed boarding independent private school. The historic downtown core provides numerous restaurants, shopping and live music and theater venues for an amazing cultural experience. Our inviting blend of small-town warmth and big city amenities, quality of life and affordable housing make Belleville the perfect place to live, work and play. More information is available at www.belleville.ca
Currently, the City of Belleville has an exciting opportunity for highly motivated, strategic, and dynamic individuals to join the City of Belleville as Temporary Administrative Support, in our Temporary Pool. These individuals provide short term assistance in a variety of our departments, on an as needed basis.
Purpose and Scope:
As part of this talent pool, successful applicants can expect to provide coverage as required in various positions which differ in responsibilities, qualifications, and salary. Including, but not limited to: Answering phones, scheduling, providing exceptional customer service, filing, preparing documents, cash-handling etc. Training will be provided for each new position as appropriate. Being adaptable and versatile would be a great asset.
When opportunities do arise, coverage will be assigned based on availability, qualifications, skills and abilities. Vacancies may vary from a minimum of a few days up to a maximum of 160 calendar days per year per the CUPE collective agreement, if assigned to a CUPE role. There are no guarantees of the number of hours/days that may be scheduled and there are no minimum hours required for you to maintain your position as a Temporary Administrative Support.
Essential Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 year College Diploma (i.e. Business Administration, Office Administration, Accounting).
- Minimum 2-3 year’s related office experience (i.e., Office Administration, Finance, etc.).
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, prioritization and problem solving skills.
- An ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Cash handling experience is considered an asset.
HOW TO APPLY:
Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.
Applicants will be required to provide at their own expense a satisfactory criminal reference check dated within the past six (6) months, and if deemed a requirement of the position, a driver’s abstract to the Human Resources Department on or before the date of the interview but no later than the commencement of employment if selected.