Office Assistant II

Halifax Water is accepting applications for one (1) regular Office Assistant II in the Corporate Services Department. Halifax Water's goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve, at all job levels. Halifax Water believes a diverse workforce positively contributes to its success, and the success of our community. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ+ community, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities and Indigenous persons. Halifax Water encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter.

The Office Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to multiple managers and departments within Halifax Water, specifically in Corporate Services and Procurement. Key responsibilities include meeting management, form management, financial task handling (such as invoice processing and accounting), email and calendar management, filing, and data entry.

The minimum qualifications for this position include a Grade 12 diploma plus a recognized Business/Administrative Certificate. Additionally, candidates must have at least three years of relevant administrative experience along with proficiency in typing. A copy of the job description and required qualifications for this non-union position may be viewed on the intranet or the bulletin board in your area. The salary band for this non-union position is band 2 ($51,120 and $63,900 annually).

Interested, qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and up-to-date resume quoting Competition #HW26-107 in the subject line (required) confirming their interest by 12:00pm on September 29, 2026, and may be forwarded to the Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 8388, RPO CSC, Halifax, NS B3K 5M1, via fax: (902) 490-6934, or via email: [email protected].

Halifax Water is an equal opportunity employer