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Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Project (1 Year)

Scope

The Planning & Development department has an opportunity for a Clerk 2 project position. In this role you will be working in fast-tracking the digitization of our files to streamline and modernize our permit reviews. This initiative boosts efficiency, enhances service delivery, and brings us closer to a more digital, customer focused permitting experience. Applicants must have solid verbal and written communication skills, as well as, have the ability to understand and effectively carry out written and oral instruction. You will have the ability to exercise good judgment and work independently. The successful applicant must have knowledge of computer applications and be able to perform clerical tasks according to established department rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

- Maintaining records through daily filing procedures.




- Performing entry-level clerical work including repetitive tasks of limited complexity.
- Gathering information and processing documents at a routine level.
- Performing varied clerical duties including opening and distributing correspondence.
- Working with customers and having strong customer interaction skills.
- Other duties may include data entry, and maintaining office records such as files, reports, invoices, office supplies, and requisitions.
- Operation of office equipment, such as computers, word processors, photocopiers, fax machines and perform related office duties as required.

Qualifications

- Completed Grade 12 supplemented by courses in office administration or other related courses.
- A minimum of 1 year experience in an office environment.
- An accurate typing speed of 40 WPM is required.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Pay Steps

Hourly Rate

Step 1

$30.46

Step 2 (6 Months)

$30.83

Step 3 (18 Months)

$31.62

Step 4 (30 Months)

$32.26

Conditions of Employment

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Closing Date

This job will be posted until October 14, 2026.

Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community

📌 Clerk 2 - Building Records Centre (Surrey)
🏢 City of Surrey
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