Administrative Contract Clerk

Work setting

• General office

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Process classified ads
• Write business and government correspondence such as replies to requests for information and assistance, damage claims or service complaints
• Read newspapers, magazines, press releases and other publications to locate and file articles of interest to staff and clients
• Write and edit advertising copy
• Calculate advertising rates and bill customers
• Detect and mark any grammatical or typographical errors for correction
• Proofread data
• Read newspapers, magazines, press releases and other publications and clip articles to locate and file articles of interest
• Write routine business and government correspondence
• Compile and verify material before publication
• Assist in the preparation of material for publication
• Perform routine clerical duties
• Compile, verify, record and process applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations, requisitions, and other forms and documents
• Verify facts and conduct research

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• Adobe Photoshop
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• Adobe Acrobat Reader

Area of specialization

• Advertising
• Correspondence
• Proofreading
• Copy editing
• Publications

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Parking paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Wellness program