Nanaimo News Bulletin Circulation Clerk/Administrative Coordinator

The Nanaimo News Bulletin is hiring for a Circulation Clerk/Administrative Coordinator. The position will be responsible for the day-to-day operational tasks related to the distribution of the Nanaimo News Bulletin, Ladysmith Chronicle and Chemainus Valley Courier. The successful candidate will be working in the News Bulletin office in Nanaimo, working alongside our Circulation Manager.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where teamwork is encouraged, we’d like to work with you! We are looking for a person who possesses excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail and an ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

This position offers 25 hours per week, Monday through Friday (no weekends). Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

• Acting as the first point of contact for clients by phone and at the front counter
• Handling and monitoring carrier related questions, concerns and matters that may arise
• Handle customer issues, for instance missed papers, vacation stops and starts, delivery instructions; mostly phone calls and emails, but occasional face to face conversations
• Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task and work independently
• Booking incoming obituaries in a timely and accurate manner
• Assisting the Circulation Manager and Sales Department with other tasks when required
  
  

Requirements

• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Computer knowledge, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• A Vulnerable Sector Check is mandatory
  
  

Start date: As soon as possible.

Expected hourly rate: $18.00

Black Press Media is a leading North American local news champion with operations across British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Washington State, Alaska, and Hawaii. Over 1,500 talented employees work with us to deliver unique community news and information across a full suite of traditional media channels and digital platforms. We value diverse viewpoints, new ways of thinking and a collaborative approach to delivering results.

Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter outlining how you meet the above requirements by email to:

Sean McCue

Publisher, Nanaimo News Bulletin

[email protected]

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.