administrative assistant

Société de développement de la Baie-James; Matagami; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional development agency in Matagami, QC is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support various administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Responsibilities include coordinating events, answering inquiries, and managing office supplies. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive health benefits. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Free parking available

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in administration or a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc.
• Answer telephone and relay calls and messages.
• Provide customer service and maintain inventory.

Skills

Ability to multitask

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Time management

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Visio

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Job description

Administrative Assistant

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Société de développement de la Baie-James.

Overview

• Location: Matagami, QC J0Y 2A0
• Work location: On site
• Salary: $24.63 to $30.11 per hour (to be negotiated)
• Hours per week: 35
• Employment type: Permanent, Full time
• Shift: Morning, Day
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1

Responsibilities

• Arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc.
• Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages
• Answer electronic enquiries
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory
• Perform data entry
• Provide customer service
• Send invoices
• Invoice clients
• Maintain an inventory of vacancies, reservations and room assignments

Experience and Specialization

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Airline reservation
• Invoices
• Shipping and receiving

Computer and Technology Knowledge

• Microsoft Visio
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• MS Office
• Adobe Acrobat Reader

Technical Terminology

• Business

Personal Suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Adaptability
• Dependability
• Quick learner

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits

• As per collective agreement

Long Term Benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Wellness program

Employment Groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self‑identifying as a member of these groups:

• Persons with disabilities - participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities.
• Indigenous people - develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous‑owned businesses and organizations.
• Membership in a group is not a job requirement. All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-12-29

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.