administrative assistant - office

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

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking an administrative professional to manage office procedures and support daily operations. The role involves scheduling appointments, data compilation, and effective communication with clients. Ideal candidates will have a college education and 1-2 years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong organizational skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in an administrative role.
• College diploma required.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Determine and establish office procedures and routines.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Compile data, statistics, and other information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Ability to multitask

Team player

Education

College/CEGEP

Tools

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

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

• Determine and establish office procedures and routines
• 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
• Type and proofread correspondence, forms and other documents

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS Office

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

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