job opportunity

Would you like to be part of a dynamic, fast paced, award winning local government organization?  Do you have the right attitude, qualifications, and superior people skills for the job?  If so, the City of Langford invites you to apply for casual employment in our Administrative Support Pool!

As part of our Administrative Support team, you will jump in to fill short-term administrative assignments arising due to employee illness, vacation, or special workload needs. Assignments vary in length but are typically on an on-call basis or up to six months in duration, often filling in as our front counter Receptionist. The City of Langford’s Administrative Support Pool is a great way to gain experience in a variety of different departments and start your City career!

Responsibilities vary based on department and may include, but are not limited to, word processing & data entry, reception coverage, and other administrative and clerical tasks. You could be called to work in many different departments including Reception, Communications & Economic Development, Engineering, Legislative Services, and Bylaw.

Qualifications for this position include:

• Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent GED) and two (2) years’ administrative experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong writing skills with working knowledge of business English, spelling and punctuation
• A team player with a strong work ethic

Applicants must have a reasonable amount of availability with a high degree of flexibility and adaptability. To be successful in this position you will have the ability to communicate tactfully and effectively both orally and in writing, a strong work ethic, and a sense of humour with the ability to take your work seriously but not yourself!

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter by email to careers@langford.ca (identify the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail). Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, until the positions have been filled.

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

The City of Langford has implemented a Mandatory Vaccination Policy due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. All new hires are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.