Clerk II - Records Technican Department: Energy Competition #5274LF-CB Status (Temporary - approximately 5 months) Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all levels, of the people of Nova Scotia. We are a welcoming workplace and welcome applications from Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities, African Nova Scotians, other Racially Visible Persons, and women in under represented or non traditional occupations. Please send your cover letter and resume as one document when applying via e mail. Also please quote the competition number in the e mail subject line and in your cover letter. Duties: Under the general supervision of the Records Analyst and reporting to Manager, Strategic Policy, Planning and Services, the Records Technician is responsible for accurately classifying records; physically creating new records and retrieving/filing records; creating and updating related databases; implementing the STAR/STOR system on active records; consulting with departmental staff on records management practices, procedures, and issues, and training other staff in records classification and proper disposition. Ultimately, the Records Technician assists the Department in fulfilling the requirements of provincial records management related standards and policies, and the statutory requirements of the Government Records Act. This position provides back-up for the receptionist as required. Qualifications: Grade 11 plus three years experience or equivalent combination of training and experience. A diploma or certificate in a related field, such as information management, records management, library or archives would be considered an asset. Must be familiar with STAR/STOR records management system, indexing and cross-referencing, and other records management procedures. Excellent typing skills and proficiency in WordPerfect, Windows, and the ability to maintain security and confidentiality of information. Communication skills and a demonstrated ability to exercise independence and to act decisively are assets. Classification Level: CL 13 Salary Range: $16.59 - $18.06 Closing Date: April 15, 2008 Please forward your application/resume to the attention of: Human Resources Division Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 698, 1701 Hollis Street2nd Floor, Founders Square Building Halifax, NS B3J 2T9 Fax: (902) 424 3222 Email: [log in to unmask] Submissions must be received by mail or delivery by 4:30 P.M. on the closing date. Submissions must be received by fax or email by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.