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Administrative assistant

Brandon University
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 detail-oriented Administrative Assistant. If you thrive in a fast-paced 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 administrative functions. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Arranging and coordinating seminars, conferences, and other events.
  • Directing and controlling daily operations.
  • Opening and distributing mail and other materials.
  • Planning and controlling budgets and expenditures.
  • Recording and preparing minutes of meetings, seminars, and conferences.
  • Scheduling and confirming appointments.
  • Answering telephone calls and relaying messages.
  • Overseeing the analysis of employee data and information.
  • Compiling data, statistics, and other information.
  • Preparing reports and maintaining filing systems.
  • Ordering office supplies and maintaining inventory.
  • Arranging travel itineraries and making reservations.
  • Greeting visitors and directing them to appropriate contacts.
  • Typing and proofreading correspondence and documents.
  • Performing data entry tasks.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • A college, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program lasting 1 to 2 years.
  • 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including:
    • MS Word
    • MS Excel
    • MS PowerPoint
    • MS Outlook
    • MS Publisher
    • SharePoint
    • WordPress

Work Environment

This position is set within the realms of education and government administration. You will need to be able to:

  • Work independently and with minimal supervision.
  • Handle a large caseload and perform repetitive tasks.
  • Work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Pay close attention to detail.

Security and Safety

As part of our commitment to safety, candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check and a Child Abuse Registry check.

Benefits of Joining Us

At Brandon University, we value our employees and offer 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 availability and travel insurance.

Compensation

The hourly wage for this position is $30.41. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant educational community while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are legally able to work in Canada and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dynamic team at Brandon University!

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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