Post Office Assistant (Term) – Canada Post – Margaree Valley, NS

Canada Post is looking for a reliable and customer-focused individual to join their team as a Post Office Assistant (Term) in Margaree Valley, Nova Scotia. This is an on-call, casual position that plays a key role in keeping postal services running smoothly for the local community. If you enjoy working with the public and have experience in a retail or service setting, this could be a solid fit.

Day to day, you’ll be the face of Canada Post at the counter — helping customers with their postal needs, processing mail, and making sure any service issues are resolved promptly. It’s a role that requires both attention to detail and strong customer service skills.

About the Role: Post Office Assistant

As a Post Office Assistant, your primary duties revolve around serving customers at the counter, selling postal products and services, and handling mail sorting and distribution. You’ll also assist customers with forms and information, ensuring they leave with the help they need.

Beyond customer interactions, you’ll be expected to maintain accuracy in cash transactions and accounting procedures, follow Canada Post’s safety and conduct policies, and demonstrate the flexibility required for on-call, temporary work. Physical readiness is also important, as the role involves lifting mail containers and standing for extended periods.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a wage of $20.54 per hour. As part of Canada Post, you’ll be joining a nationally recognized organization with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Canada Post is dedicated to creating a respectful and accessible workplace for all employees, and accommodations are available throughout the hiring process as needed.

Responsibilities

Working at a Canada Post retail counter means you’re a critical link between the postal network and the community you serve. Each day brings a mix of customer interactions, mail handling, and administrative tasks that keep the post office running efficiently.

• Sell postal products and services to both the general public and local businesses
• Sort and distribute incoming mail into appropriate classifications accurately and efficiently
• Provide customers with required information, forms, and guidance on postal services
• Resolve delivery and service difficulties thoroughly and in a timely manner
• Process cash transactions and maintain accurate records in line with post office accounting systems
• Lift and handle mail containers weighing up to 50 lbs, push or pull boxes, and stand for extended periods

Requirements / Skills

Canada Post is looking for a candidate who is community-minded, physically capable, and comfortable working on an on-call basis. Preference will be given to Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and Persons with disabilities as part of a special measure employment equity initiative. Previous experience in a retail or public-facing role is a strong asset.

• High school diploma or provincial equivalency and/or relevant experience in business administration
• Retail or public service experience including sales and cash handling
• Familiarity with general or post office accounting systems is an asset
• Bilingual (English/French) at the BB level — Bilingual Imperative language requirement
• Physical fitness to lift containers up to 50 lbs, push/pull boxes, and stand for extended periods
• Flexibility to be available for casual, on-call work as needed

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Canada Post job posting using the link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects any relevant retail or customer service experience before submitting.

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