Clerk 2

Our client in the public health sector is seeking an experienced Administrative Clerk (Clerk 2 – Intake) to support operations at their Port Perry office.

This is a short-term contract opportunity for an organized and reliable administrative professional who can step into a busy public health environment and quickly provide support to inspectors, nursing staff, and program operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an independent office setting and is comfortable handling a variety of clerical and public-facing administrative tasks.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $20–$22 per hour
• Fully On-site (5 days a week); Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
• 2-month contract with potential short extension
• Two weeks of hands-on training provided
• Opportunity to support important community public health programs
• Collaborative administrative team environment
• Work within a stable public sector organization

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for public health programs, including well water, rabies, and West Nile initiatives
• Perform general clerical and administrative duties such as filing, data entry, document management, and correspondence
• Support inspectors and nursing staff with program-related administrative tasks
• Assist with handling program supplies and materials, including occasional support with vaccine distribution logistics
• Manage public-facing interactions, including responding to inquiries and directing visitors appropriately
• Maintain accurate records and assist with tracking program documentation
• Coordinate with team members across locations when required
• Help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the public health office

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role (intermediate level required; not entry-level)
• Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to learn internal systems and processes quickly
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Professional and dependable with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a quiet office environment with occasional public interaction
• Ability to assist with light lifting or handling of program supplies when needed
• Must be able to work fully onsite in Port Perry; candidates local to the Durham Region are strongly preferred

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