Administration Clerk Full-time Job

Reporting to the Regional Administrative Services Manager, the Administration Clerk performs a variety of administrative support duties for a regional office. He/She/They are responsible for duties that include reviewing and processing applications, responding to client enquiries, assisting with forms completion and public information sessions, processing rent receipts, work orders, procurement documents and accounts payable invoices, performing reception duties, and providing general clerical, data entry and document management support.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma and completion of post-secondary courses in office or business administration or other relevant
  discipline.
• Sound office administration experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Sound knowledge of office systems and procedures.
• Some knowledge of accounting procedures.
• Ability to learn, understand, and explain BC Housing program, policies, and services.
• Ability to deal with the public, staff, and outside agencies in a courteous, professional, and tactful manner.
• Ability to maintain a cash float and balance cash accurately.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm.
• Ability to search documents, databases, and the internet to resolve issues creatively and within established guidelines.
• Ability to plan, multi-task, meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and good judgement when interacting with a broad range of partners and customers, including individuals of diverse social, educational, and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to plan and meet deadlines by effectively prioritizing actions to respond to numerous diverse and shifting challenges without compromising the quality of work.
• Ability to work with accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a solid command of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong in computer applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with excellent mail merge document skills.

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.
BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing theyve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while theyre here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:
In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
Participation in community and charitable events.