Job Description

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

Reporting to Administrative Officer Licence, this is varied and moderately difficult clerical work in the performance of a variety of diversified but recurrent clerical duties. The Clerk 3 prepares, processes, and circulates materials; composes correspondence; maintains variety records, files, codes, and indices necessary to the preparation of diversified narrative and statistical reports of some complexity. The incumbent makes some independent decisions based on a knowledge of departmental rules and regulations, is required to explain relevant bylaws and regulations; review a variety of forms for accuracy and completeness; uses application software to import and format documents; propriety of charges and conformance with departmental regulations. Other duties include processing payments and daily balancing. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 preferably including or supplemented by courses in commercial subjects and bookkeeping and considerable related experience as a Clerk 2; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of the rules and regulations and operational needs which govern activities in the department concerned; of modern business office practices and procedures including the use of various application software packages. Ability to maintain complex records and to prepare periodic statistical and narrative reports; to meet and deal tactfully and effectively with the public and to maintain harmonious working relationships with office staff. Skill in operating common office appliances.

Please apply online by January 15, 2024.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

City of Burnaby