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SalaryAuxiliary
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
The City of Coquitlam is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented individual to join our Parks, Recreation, Culture, and Facilities department as a Clerk – Leisure & Parks Services. Reporting to the Cemetery Supervisor, this temporary position, based at the Robinson Memorial Park Cemetery, will focus on providing empathetic customer service to bereaved families and offering general administrative support to the department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide compassionate customer service to bereaved families in person, over the phone, and via email.
- Perform general administrative tasks, including ordering office supplies, filing, data entry, and maintaining records.
- Administer a petty cash fund and ensure accurate financial transactions.
- Respond to telephone and email inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Create and maintain a variety of manual and computerized files and reports.
- Undertake additional projects and assignments as required.
Qualifications
- Completion of grade 12 education is mandatory; supplementary office administration or commercial coursework is an asset.
- Exceptional communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with emotional and sensitive situations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite products, with experience in spreadsheets, scheduling software, and record-keeping software.
- Knowledge or experience in social work, counselling, or a related social sciences field is beneficial.
- Comfortable working under minimal supervision and capable of exercising independent judgment.
Availability:
Candidates must be available to work approximately three days per week, from Wednesday through Friday, providing Auxiliary coverage in the cemetery office.
Requirements:
- Completion of a police security clearance evaluation and vulnerable sector check (with no adverse reports).
- Possession of a BC Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
What We Offer:
CUPE: This CUPE position has an hourly rate of $29.48 - $34.63 (2024 rate) + 12% in lieu of benefits.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. This position is based at the Robinson Memorial Cemetery.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on March 27, 2024.
The City of Coquitlam is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
