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Receiving And Distribution Clerk, Facilities Management
- Halifax, NS, Canada
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Mount Saint Vincent University Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Full-time 1 day ago
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$40,632 - $40,632 CAD yearly
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Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Services & Sustainability, the Receiving & Distribution Clerk is a member of the Facilities Management team and is responsible for receiving, distribution, mail services, inventory control, procurement support, custodial equipment maintenance, and waste diversion activities for the University.
Working as part of a two-person operational team, the successful candidate receives and distributes supplies, equipment, furniture, mail, courier shipments, and other materials throughout campus; maintains inventory and stock control records; assists with procurement activities including product sourcing, vendor liaison, and purchase requisitions; coordinates repairs and performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment; maintains the departmental WHMIS database; and supports the University's waste diversion and sustainability initiatives.
The Receiving & Distribution Clerk is also responsible for processing, tracking, and distributing campus mail and parcels; ensuring compliance with postal and transportation regulations, including Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirements; maintaining equipment and operational records; and providing excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, vendors, and service providers.
What you'll need
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and a minimum of one (1) year of related experience in receiving and distribution, logistics, mail services, facilities operations, or a related environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. WHMIS certification and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification are considered assets. The successful candidate must be willing and able to obtain and maintain required safety and operational training.
Applicants should possess strong communication, organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Experience with inventory control, procurement processes, and custodial equipment maintenance would be considered assets. Attention to detail, record-keeping accuracy, and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required, along with the ability to learn inventory management, purchasing, and shipping systems. The successful candidate must possess a valid driver's license and be capable of performing the physical requirements of the position.
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Mount Saint Vincent University
A leader in online and experiential learning, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the fore, MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts, Science, Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, nutrition, childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People. www.msvu.ca
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Classification: Full-time NSGEU, Level 5 Position
Starting Salary: $40,632 per annum (Step Progression $40,632 to $47,099)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Process:
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This position closes on October 6, 2026.
Mount Saint Vincent University
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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
On-site
Full-time
$40,632 - $40,632 CAD yearly
1 day ago
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Working as part of a two-person operational team, the successful candidate receives and distributes supplies, equipment, furniture, mail, courier shipments, and other materials throughout campus; maintains inventory and stock control records; assists with procurement activities including product sourcing, vendor liaison, and purchase requisitions; coordinates repairs and performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment; maintains the departmental WHMIS database; and supports the University's waste diversion and sustainability initiatives.
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If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This position closes on October 6, 2026.
job#onApply" href="/registration?applying_for_job_id=16958081">Apply now
$40,632 - $40,632 CAD yearly
Discover
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Services & Sustainability, the Receiving & Distribution Clerk is a member of the Facilities Management team and is responsible for receiving, distribution, mail services, inventory control, procurement support, custodial equipment maintenance, and waste diversion activities for the University.
Working as part of a two-person operational team, the successful candidate receives and distributes supplies, equipment, furniture, mail, courier shipments, and other materials throughout campus; maintains inventory and stock control records; assists with procurement activities including product sourcing, vendor liaison, and purchase requisitions; coordinates repairs and performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment; maintains the departmental WHMIS database; and supports the University's waste diversion and sustainability initiatives.
The Receiving & Distribution Clerk is also responsible for processing, tracking, and distributing campus mail and parcels; ensuring compliance with postal and transportation regulations, including Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirements; maintaining equipment and operational records; and providing excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, vendors, and service providers.
What you'll need
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and a minimum of one (1) year of related experience in receiving and distribution, logistics, mail services, facilities operations, or a related environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. WHMIS certification and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification are considered assets. The successful candidate must be willing and able to obtain and maintain required safety and operational training.
Applicants should possess strong communication, organizational, customer service, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Experience with inventory control, procurement processes, and custodial equipment maintenance would be considered assets. Attention to detail, record-keeping accuracy, and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required, along with the ability to learn inventory management, purchasing, and shipping systems. The successful candidate must possess a valid driver's license and be capable of performing the physical requirements of the position.
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A Little Bit About Us
Mount Saint Vincent University
A leader in online and experiential learning, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the fore, MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts, Science, Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, nutrition, childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People. www.msvu.ca
Are you interested?
Work With Us
Classification: Full-time NSGEU, Level 5 Position
Starting Salary: $40,632 per annum (Step Progression $40,632 to $47,099)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Process:
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This position closes on October 6, 2026.
Mount Saint Vincent University
job#onApply" href="/registration?applying_for_job_id=16958081">Apply now
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
On-site
Full-time
$40,632 - $40,632 CAD yearly
1 day ago
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Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Services & Sustainability, the Receiving & Distribution Clerk is a member of the Facilities Management team and is responsible for receiving, distribution, mail services, inventory control, procurement support, custodial equipment maintenance, and waste diversion activities for the University.
Working as part of a two-person operational team, the successful candidate receives and distributes supplies, equipment, furniture, mail, courier shipments, and other materials throughout campus; maintains inventory and stock control records; assists with procurement activities including product sourcing, vendor liaison, and purchase requisitions; coordinates repairs and performs minor maintenance on custodial equipment; maintains the departmental WHMIS database; and supports the University's waste diversion and sustainability initiatives.
The Receiving & Distribution Clerk is also responsible for processing, tracking, and distributing campus mail and parcels; ensuring compliance with postal and transportation regulations, including Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirements; maintaining equipment and operational records; and providing excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, vendors, and service providers.
What you'll need
Application Process:
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. This position closes on October 6, 2026.
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Responsibilities
Receive, track, and distribute supplies, equipment, furniture, mail, courier shipments, and other materials across campus while maintaining inventory and operational records. Support procurement, custodial equipment repairs and maintenance, WHMIS administration, regulatory compliance, and the university’s waste diversion initiatives while providing customer service to campus and external stakeholders.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates need a valid driver’s license, Microsoft Office proficiency, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to meet the position’s physical requirements; WHMIS and TDG certifications are assets.
Skills
- Receiving And Distribution
- Mail And Parcel Processing
- Inventory Control
- Procurement Support
- Vendor Liaison
- Custodial Equipment Maintenance
- WHMIS Database Management
- Waste Diversion
- Record Keeping
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Organization
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
- Prioritization
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Categories
- Logistics
- Administrative
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Customer Service & Support
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Receiving
- Distribution
- Logistics
- Mail Services
- Inventory Control
- Stock Control
- Procurement
- Product Sourcing
- Vendor Liaison
- Purchase Requisitions
- Courier Shipments
- WHMIS
- Postal Regulations
- Custodial Equipment
- Equipment Maintenance
- Waste Diversion
- Sustainability
- Microsoft Office
- Inventory Management Systems
- Purchasing Systems
- Shipping Systems
- Record Keeping
- Customer Service
- Safety Training
- Valid Driver’s License