Bilingual Clerk – Spanish Speaking (Full‑time)

About the role

The City of Kingston is seeking a full‑time Clerk who is fluent in Spanish to support the Building, Safety and Zoning Department. The role involves routine clerical duties and occasional translation tasks, ensuring smooth office operations for both English‑ and Spanish‑speaking stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Sort, index, and file mail, bills, requisitions, ledger cards and other documents.
• Retrieve materials from files, conduct simple searches, and maintain charge‑out records.
• Issue and record applications, licenses, and permits; collect fees and account for monies received.
• Verify reports and records for accuracy, completeness, and proper extensions.
• Answer telephone calls and provide routine information.
• Maintain time‑record and payroll data.
• Operate office equipment such as mimeograph, fax machine, and other devices.
• Perform arithmetic computations and compile basic statistical reports.
• Assist with simple stock control, issuing supplies and tools as needed.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing both English and Spanish.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and professional courtesy.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of standard office terminology, procedures, and equipment.
• Basic business arithmetic and clerical aptitude.