Temporary Administrative Assistant 3 - Front Desk (6 month term)

Competition Number PF 26-011 Salary $51,126.00 - $56,149.00/Year Job Type Temporary Full Time Closing Date August 28, 2026 Share Facebook X Email LinkedIn Position Overview The Front Desk will be the single (physical) point of contact for the public visiting the PEEL Plaza police facility. Under the general supervision of the Information Services Coordinator, the position is responsible for general reception and administration duties for the Saint John Police Force as outlined in the Standard Operating Guidelines. KEY RESPONSIBILITES General reception duties including maintenance of visitor access control based upon adopted procedures. Act as first point of contact with visitors (persons not in custody), manages the access of visitors to the facility using established procedures. Liaises with various internal divisions/units to respond to visitor needs, such as criminal record check, fingerprints, interviews, etc. Distribute criminal record check letters and other documentation left with front desk by internal staff for pick-up by members of the public. As required, processing of civil fingerprints relating to criminal record checks. Liaises with external agencies (DOJ, RCMP, Parole) with respect to directing visitors using established principles. If required, monitors CTV and reports any unusual or criminal activity based upon established principles. Provide and control access to the multi-purpose room or other meeting areas in the lobby area. Control access to washrooms in lobby area. Organizes mail by division/unit for pick up. If required, monitors and responds to intercom from loading dock area. Assist property control staff with shipping/receiving as required. Answers the Saint John Police Force Administration line (3200, 3201). Uses computer, H T E related applications, and general office equipment. Orders office supplies and maintains stationery stockroom. Performs general office duties as required including keyboarding, photocopying, and filing. Essential Qualifications Keyboarding Skills of at least 35 WPM Must be security cleared A proficiency in French (Intermediate) as per the Province of New Brunswick Oral Proficiency Rating Scale EDUCATION AND TRAINING The successful candidate must possess a diploma in Office Administration from NBCC or Business Certificate 1 from UNB, or an equivalent program.

Acts as the primary physical point of contact for the public visiting the police facility, managing visitor access and reception duties. Performs general administrative tasks including mail organization, office supply management, and processing documentation.

Requires a diploma in Office Administration or a Business Certificate, with keyboarding skills of at least 35 WPM. Candidates must be security cleared and possess intermediate proficiency in French.

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• Reception
• Visitor Access Control
• Administrative Support
• Keyboarding
• French Proficiency
• Office Equipment Operation
• Filing
• Shipping and Receiving

• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Security & Safety
• Customer Service & Support

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 21, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level