ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Kootenay Employment Services Society; Area A (Wynndel/Crawford Bay/Riondel); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established local service organization in British Columbia is seeking a part-time administrative professional. The successful applicant will work Tuesdays and additional hours as needed to support commission meetings and liaise with staff. Candidates should possess strong customer service and computer skills, along with a high school diploma or GED. This position offers a normal rate of $28.65/hr, with potential for additional hours and pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Related work experience in customer service, reception, or an administrative role.
• Experience with word processing and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Work part-time with office hours of 8 am to 12 pm on Tuesdays.
• Support commission meetings once per month for 4 to 5 hours.
• Liaise with Commissioners and staff outside of regular hours.

Skills

Strong customer service orientation

Strong computer literacy skills

Basic cash handling

Diplomacy and discretion

Ability to multi-task

Superior organizational abilities

Problem-solving skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Related work experience, such as in customer service, reception or an administrative role
• Experience with word processing, spread sheets, and handling email correspondence

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong computer literacy skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Basic cash handling and reconciliation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a friendly & respectful manner with the public and other staff
• Ability to multi-task
• Superior organizational abilities
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment
• Ability to problem solve and perform tasks of some complexity under minimal direction
• High degree of diplomacy, discretion, independence and good judgement
• Ability to maintain and preserve confidentiality
• to understand and carry out established accepted procedures
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of the RDCK: Health and Safety, Accountability, Integrity, Respect

Duties

The successful applicant will work part-time with office hours of 8 am to 12 pm on Tuesdays (or an alternate mutually agreed-upon day) and another 4 to 5 hours once per month to support commission meetings. Additional time may be added on an as and when needed basis to support and/or provide support for other members of the team or to liaise with Commissioners, the public, and RDCK staff outside of regular office hours. The normal rate for this position is $28.65/hr with a range from $27.40/hr to $31.14/hr commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

This posting along with a detailed job description can be found on our website at www.rdck.ca/jobs. To apply please complete our online form that can be found here: Employment Application. Applications submitted in the form of a resume and cover letter will be accepted. Open Until Filled.

Please use the contact information as directed in the listing.