Administrative assistant

Brandon University - 2 Jobs
Brandon, MB
Posted 4 days ago
Job Details:
$30.41 / hour
Full-time
Experienced
Benefits:
Health Insurance

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Join Our Team as an Administrative Assistant!

Brandon University is excited to announce an opening for a dedicated and skilled Administrative Assistant. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about supporting educational and governmental operations, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

This is a permanent position that offers a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week. As an Administrative Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office. Your responsibilities will include a variety of tasks that support our educational and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Arrange and coordinate seminars, conferences, and other events.
  • Direct and control daily operations to ensure efficiency.
  • Open and distribute mail and other materials.
  • Plan and manage budget and expenditures.
  • Record and prepare minutes of meetings, seminars, and conferences.
  • Schedule and confirm appointments.
  • Answer telephone calls and relay messages.
  • Oversee the analysis of employee data and information.
  • Compile data, statistics, and other information for reports.
  • Order office supplies and maintain inventory.
  • Arrange travel itineraries and make reservations.
  • Greet visitors and direct them to appropriate contacts or service areas.
  • Set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems.
  • Type and proofread correspondence, forms, and other documents.
  • Perform data entry tasks.

Qualifications

  • Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
  • Experience: 3 to 5 years in office management and supervision.
  • Work Language: English.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in the following software is essential:

  • Microsoft Publisher
  • MS Excel
  • MS Outlook
  • MS PowerPoint
  • MS Windows
  • MS Word
  • SharePoint
  • MS Office
  • Electronic mail
  • WordPress

Work Environment

As an Administrative Assistant, you will work in a fast-paced environment that requires:

  • The ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage tight deadlines.
  • Comfort with repetitive tasks and handling a large caseload.

Security and Safety

Successful candidates will be required to undergo:

  • A criminal record check.
  • A Child Abuse Registry check.

Benefits

Brandon University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health Benefits: Dental plan, health care plan, and vision care benefits.
  • Financial Benefits: As per collective agreement.
  • Other Benefits: Parking available and travel insurance.

Salary

The hourly wage for this position is $30.41.

Location

This position is based in Brandon, MB.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a vibrant educational community, we encourage you to apply!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.

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