administrative officer

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Doaktown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established government entity is seeking an organized and detail-oriented administrative professional. This role involves reviewing and enhancing administrative procedures, delegating tasks to support staff, and ensuring compliance with policies. You will coordinate office services, assist in budget preparation, and prepare various reports. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help streamline operations and improve service delivery in the public sector.

Benefits

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 7 months of relevant experience required.
• Ability to work independently and manage tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate new administrative procedures.
• Delegate work and establish work priorities for office staff.

Skills

Administrative skills

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

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

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate new administrative procedures
• Delegate work to office support staff
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met
• Carry out administrative activities of establishment
• Administer policies and procedures related to the release of records in processing requests under government access to information and privacy legislation
• Co-ordinate and plan for office services such as accommodation, relocation, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets, parking, maintenance and security services
• Assist in the preparation of operating budget and maintain inventory and budgetary controls
• Assemble data and prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
• Perform data entry
• Oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures
• Resolve conflict situations
• Commission systems and components
• Monitor and evaluate
• Oversee payroll administration
• Plan and control budget and expenditures

Experience and Specialization

Computer and Technology Knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Word

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Benefits

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities