Penticton has been recognized as one of Canada’s most livable cities, according to latest rankings by The Globe and Mail, ranked as the eighth most livable medium-sized city in Canada. Nationally, Penticton earned high marks for access to amenities (11th in Canada), #11 for midlife transitions and #11 for retirement, as well as #13 for young professionals. Penticton also placed within the top 20 in the categories of raising kids (#19), contributing to an overall ranking of 35th across Canada. Rooted in agriculture and surrounded by natural beauty, Penticton is known for its orchards, wineries, and craft breweries—making it one of Canada’s top wine destinations. More than 100 years since its incorporation, Penticton continues to grow as a place to live, work, and play.
Clerical Relief
Job No:
26045
Location:
Penticton
About the City of Penticton
Penticton is a vibrant, innovative waterfront city known for its commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and economic opportunity. With a strong focus on good governance, collaboration, and service excellence, the City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. As one of the most active development regions in British Columbia, Penticton features a diverse mix of large-scale and complex construction projects.
For more information, please visit our website at penticton.ca/
For more information about life in Penticton, please visit visitpenticton.com/
About the Opportunity
The City of Penticton is looking for Clerical Relief, based in Penticton, B.C.
Employees on our Clerical Relief Roster provide coverage in a variety of Cashier, Reception, and Clerical roles on an on‑call, as‑needed basis. These positions play a key role in the organization by covering absences of permanent employees, sometimes on very short notice. Clerical Relief staff may also be scheduled to assist with increased workloads or special projects. Many employees who join our Clerical Relief roster go on to secure permanent positions with the City. If you are an administrative professional who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast‑paced environment, this may be a great opportunity for you.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by post‑secondary coursework in administration, business, or accounting
- A minimum of three years of experience providing exceptional customer service to the public, both in person and by telephone
- Cashier or teller experience in a high‑volume transaction and cash‑handling environment (an asset)
- Experience working in a public sector organization and knowledge of point‑of‑sale or related cash‑handling systems (an asset)
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while building effective working relationships
- Working knowledge of Tempest software systems (an asset)
- Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines and changing priorities
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Keyboarding speed of 60 words per minute with a high level of accuracy in data entry
We are actively recruiting Clerical Relief staff across various departments. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity and meet the qualifications above, we would love to hear from you.
About the Benefits
Compensation based on skills and experience is an hourly rate of $28.73 - $31.91 (Pay Grade 3, CUPE), along with a host of excellent benefits including:
- 15.5% in lieu of benefits, vacation, and statutory holidays.
- Free on-site parking
- Fleet vehicles provided for inspections and site visits
- Draws for tickets to local concerts, hockey games, and employee appreciation events
- Wellness initiatives and team-building activities
- A picturesque waterfront location with access to world-class outdoor recreation and a progressive, community-oriented work culture
At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.
That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'd be happy to support you!
If your experience is close to what we're looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by May 20, 2026, and be sure to outline your availability to work in your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.