Admin Assistant

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatchewan is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide confidential support to Directors and the portfolio, ensuring efficient operation through accurate administrative tasks. You will coordinate workflow with the admin team and assist as needed to sustain SHA objectives.

The role requires 3–5 years in a senior administrative role, Grade 12 with a business course, and strong planning, computer, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a senior administrative assistant role.
• Completion of Grade 12 with a recognized business course.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential administrative support to Directors and SHA portfolio teams.
• Coordinate workflow with administrative staff and support others when needed.
• Ensure accurate, timely execution of administrative tasks to support operations.

Skills

Planning skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 with business course

Job description

Position #: V46334

Expected Start Date: November 16, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: To be determined

City/Town: To be determined

Department: Director Contract Support Services

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 week

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description

The Administrative Assistant is directly accountable to the Director(s) to provide confidential administrative support. This position supports, and contributes to, processes and practices to ensure the efficient operation of the portfolio(s), through accurate, timely and efficient execution of administrative support functions. The incumbent works closely, in a collaborative and cooperative manner, with all members of the administrative team to assist in accomplishing the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s objectives. The incumbent co-ordinates workflow with other administration support staff and, in their absence, may provide support services as requested.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience working in a senior administrative assistant-type role

Education

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by a recognized business course

Other Education and Training

• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Advanced - Planning skills
• Advanced - Computer skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Verbal communication skills
• Advanced - Written Communication Skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Knowledge & experience in minute taking & synthesizing information
• Ability to work collegially, collaboratively and build positive relationships
• Working knowledge of SHA governance/org structure/relationships
• Knowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, independent judgment & organizational skills
• Ability to be self-directed
• Can maintain confidentiality including confidential information with discretion.
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Ability to adapt to frequent change and work under pressure
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Demonstrated approaches to problem solving w/strong decision-making capability
• Excellent proficiency in editing material for clarity, accuracy and conciseness

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/