Clerk 1 / Receptionist

Job Description

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

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 duration of the assignment.