Administrative Assistant – Term
(Effective July 4, 2016 to July 3, 2017 or the return on the incumbent)
Division Office
Competition: #023-16-17
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support with a wide variety of tasks designated by members of Senior Administration. The Division Office Administrative Assistant will be the first point of contact for walk-ins and phone calls. The Administrative Assistant is expected to ensure efficient and effective support while ensuring a high degree of confidentiality at all times at work and outside of the workplace. The performance of these duties will be in accordance with Manitoba Legislation and Acts; Prairie Rose School Division Policies and Procedures and applicable Collective Agreements. The Administrative Assistant functions under the direction of the designated supervisor(s) and must establish and maintain a close working relationship.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education and Experience)
- Post-secondary education in office or business administration and at least 2 years’ experience in providing reception/administrative support with a wide variety of tasks to members of management ensuring confidentiality and professionalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Adobe products and web based programs with particular aptitude for preparing and formatting correspondence, reports and documents
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
- Strong organization and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task within a fast paced environment
- Hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and have access to a vehicle
Start Date: July 4, 2016 (or sooner)
End Date: July 3, 2017 (or the return of the incumbent)
Hours of Work: 7 hours/day
Salary: Depending on experience
For more detailed information, please contact Randall Znamirowski, Secretary-Treasurer at 204-745-2003.
If you wish to apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to:
Human Resources, Box 1510, 45 Main Street South, Carman, MB R0G 0J0;
by Fax: 204-745-3699; or e-mail to: prsd@prsdmb.ca.
Please note that clear criminal record and abuse checks are required of all employees of the school division.
Prairie Rose School Division reserves the right to verify the authenticity of all submitted references.
We thank all for applying, but only applications leading to interviews will be acknowledged.
Closing Date: May 2, 2016