administrative assistant

Government of Canada; Richmond; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Richmond is seeking a detailed-oriented office administrator to implement policies and support operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and experience in office software such as MS Excel and Google Docs. This role requires on-site presence with no remote options available. Free parking is provided.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to establish and implement policies and procedures.
• Experience in customer service is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement policies and procedures.
• Train other workers.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Respond to electronic inquiries.
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Quick learner

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

Google Docs

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Shipping company or agency

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement policies and procedures
• Train other workers
• Record and prepare minutes of meetings, seminars and conferences
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages
• Answer electronic enquiries
• Compile data, statistics and other information
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
• Set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems
• Perform data entry
• Provide customer service
• Maintain and manage digital database

Experience and specialization

• Google Docs
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word

Additional information

• Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player
• Quick learner

Benefits

• Free parking available