A leader in online and experiential learning, Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the fore, MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts, Science, Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security, healthy aging, literacy, nutrition, childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mi'kma'ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi'kmaq People. msvu.ca
Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and/or expressions, Indigenous persons, African Canadians, other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
The Centre for Academic Advising and Student Success at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Office Assistant. This is a 35-hour-per-week position that must be filled on-campus (28 hours with Centre for Academic Advising and Student Success & 7 hours with the Black Student Support Office).
Reporting to the Manager, Centre for Academic Advising and Student Success, the Office Assistant welcomes students and visitors to the Centre, books appointments, makes appropriate referrals within and outside of the Centre, responds to in-person, telephone, and email inquiries, and coordinates all CAASS social media accounts. The Office Assistant serves as the primary web editor for the CAASS webpage. Additionally, the Office Assistant provides support to CAASS staff through data entry, filing electronic documents, preparing and sending forms to appropriate locations on campus, preparing and sending communications on behalf of the Centre, and assisting with other related tasks as required. Additionally, the Office Assistant supports the Black Student Support Advisor for 7 hours per week, responding to emails, coordinating on-campus events, and assisting with the promotion of student supports for Black students.
You possess a one-year community college diploma in Office Administration and at least two years' experience in an Office Assistant role. You enjoy working in a busy centre in a front-facing role, interacting with students and ensuring they are directed to appropriate supports and services. You have strong communication and relationship building skills and you take pride in your excellent organizational abilities. You are adept at using the Microsoft Office suite of programs and have experience editing webpages; WordPress experience is an asset. Designing social media posts is either something you have experience in, or a skill you are willing to learn and apply in this role. Importantly, you are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility and continued learning and growth in this area. Given the confidential and personal information that flows through the Centre for Academic Advising and Student Success, you understand that discretion and professionalism are necessary in this position.
Classification: Full-Time NSGEU Level 5 Position
Starting Salary: $36,100 per annum (Step Progression: $36,100 to $43,102)
Start Date: ASAP
Application Process:
If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process, please let us know. Applications should include a cover letter and resume. To apply for this position, go to www.msvu.ca/careers and follow the online application system. This competition closes on April 26, 2024.
