administrative assistant - office

Government of Canada - Central; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking an administrative support professional to manage appointments, record minutes, and provide excellent communication across various channels. Applicants should have a college-level education and 1-2 years of experience. Proficiency in MS Office tools is crucial, along with personal traits such as multitasking ability and client focus. This role requires working onsite in Mississauga with attractive health and financial benefits.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Record and prepare minutes of meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Answer and relay telephone calls and messages.

Skills

Multitasking

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organizational skills

Client focus

Education

College, CEGEP or non-university diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Access

MS Office

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
• Type and proofread correspondence, forms and other documents

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• MS Access
• MS Office

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Client focus

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available