Administrative Assistant

Full time, PermanentIn-office, Bedford NS

Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based association with 60 years' experience in providing exceptional human resource shared services, innovative technical services (formerly "clinical engineering services") solutions, policy support and expertise our customers can count on. Serving multiple organizations from across the province of Nova Scotia, we are officially recognized as one of Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada's Top Employers. As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from applicants who self-identify from diverse communities and/or backgrounds.

We're excited to announce a new opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to support our Group Benefits Solutions team as we continue to grow and expand! Our commitment to innovation and excellence has driven our recent success, and we're looking for talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Position Scope:

This position is a full time, permanent position, with accountability to the Manager, Group Benefits Solutions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• High level administrative support for the benefits administration teams
• Document management
• Data entry
• Composing and editing correspondence and reports
• Supporting committees

What we are looking for:

• Ability to write and format moderately complex correspondence.
• Strong proofreading skills and sharp eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks with strict timelines.
• Knowledgeable in records retention and filing processes.
• A self-starter who can work with little supervision while meeting all job demands.
• A 'can-do' team player who can offer initiative and enthusiasm to our strong team environment.
• The ability to work and make decisions independently with sound judgement.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exhibit respect at all times.
• Well-developed communication skills, and skills in interpersonal relationships.
• The ability to provide outstanding customer service to our members and their employees.

Qualifications:

• Post secondary education in administration or related field
• Knowledge of employee group benefits and plan administration is an asset.
• Knowledge of governance and support as it applies to Boards and Committees is an asset.

Critical Skills & Applicant Attributes:

• Accurate keyboarding with a minimum speed of 60 wpm.
• Advanced user of MS365 tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint (advanced level Word and Excel is required); and Adobe Acrobat. Stay abreast of technology trends and developments, open to learning and promoting new tools and approaches.
• Strong knowledge of general office procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional, responsive, accountable, respectful and positive work attitude.

What we offer:

We offer a Competitive Compensation Package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits: Enjoy a robust cost-shared health and dental program to keep you and your family well-covered.
• Top-Tier Pension Plan: Benefit from our highly ranked defined benefit pension plan (NSHEPP), ensuring your long-term financial security.
• Generous Vacation Time: Start with 4 weeks of vacation plus the option to buy back additional days to suit your needs.
• Wellness and Family Leave: Take advantage of dedicated Wellness Days and Family Leave Days to support your personal and family life.
• Annual Wellness Allowance: Receive an annual allowance to support your well-being through various wellness initiatives.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development to advance your career.

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted until: October 23rd, 2024.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter using the following link:

https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/healthassociation/job/9ua7ozxa17uh639usbykrspt7a

As an organization that supports a diverse workplace, we welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, age, religion, physical and mental abilities, family status, and political belief and affiliation.

Igility/Health Association Nova Scotia thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.