Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Casual Position - Administrative Services Level 2
Open Competition
Parlee Beach Provincial Park

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Rejoignez-nous et faites partie d'une équipe qui partage une passion pour la nature, les activités de plein air et l'amélioration de l'expérience des visiteurs dans cette destination magnifique et très appréciée!

Who we are:
We invite you to join the Parks NB team! You will have the opportunity to work at one of the most beautiful beaches in North America with the warmest salt water in Canada. Parlee Beach also holds international Blue Flag certification. The Park offers a variety of beach activities throughout the summer, and its campground feature over 210 sites.

What you will do:
Reporting to the Office Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative support.

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting individuals and providing general information
• Answering telephone, screening callers and providing necessary follow-up
• Preparing, formatting, proof-reading and editing correspondence or documents
• Receiving, sorting, and forwarding emails, mails and preparing replies to routine correspondence
• Organizing, coordinating, and attending various meetings, taking notes, and writing up minutes
• Participating in the issuing of camping permit/reservations (CAMIS 5)
• Maintaining an efficient filing system
• Ordering, receiving, and maintaining office supplies
• Performing other related duties as required

Who you are:
You are someone who prides themselves in exceeding client expectations, being flexible and supporting members of your team. You are experienced in providing administrative support. You must be a team player who works with attention to detail and possess strong interpersonal, communication skills and are self-motivated.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Required Competencies:

• A high school diploma supplemented by successful completion of one (1) year post-secondary program in office technology or secretarial field or other post-secondary education in a related field
• A minimum of one (1) year of related work experience
• Strong experience working with Microsoft Office Suite is required
• Experience working with project management and correspondence tracking software
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have:

• Ability to use office technology, software, and applications, such as grant management applications and Oracle/Fusion

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months andyears including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage:
Administrative Services Level 2: $1,419.00 to $1,700.00 bi-weekly

Work environment:

• Office location: Parlee Beach Provincial Park
• Standard hours of work: Monday to Friday, 8:15AM-4:30PM
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by March 15, 2026, indicating competition number R18-2025/2026-054. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

• Please note that a Criminal Record Check is required prior to appointment

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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