Executive Assistant

Carrier Sekani Family Services; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support their Executive Director in Human Resources and Organizational Development. This role involves managing communications, scheduling, and travel arrangements while promoting culturally grounded values. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in office management and communication, ensuring smooth operations within the department. Join a forward-thinking organization that values work-life balance and offers generous benefits, including a Municipal Pension Plan and extended health coverage. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible time off options

Municipal Pension Plan

Extended health benefits

Dental benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
• Proven ability to manage office procedures and sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Director with administrative tasks.
• Manage communications, calendars, and travel arrangements.

Skills

Office Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Education

Certificate in Business Administration

Applied Business Technology

Job description

Career Opportunity: Executive Assistant – HR, Organizational Development and Learning

Location: Prince George, BC

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS): CSFS is an innovative and progressive leader in Indigenous health and family services where culture is at the centre of everything we do. Since our beginnings in the late 1980s, CSFS has grown to over 475 employees providing services to 11 member Nations. Discover what it means to practice differently, as you enjoy unique experiences, close connections with communities, as well as the natural wonders of northern BC while you work.

The Opportunity: The Executive Assistant supports the Executive Director of Human Resources, Organizational Development and Learning to carry out the objectives of the organization in a timely and professional manner. The main duties include supporting the ED through administrative processes including organizing calendars, scheduling meetings and making travel arrangements. Additional duties include assisting the ED in sharing and operationalizing culturally grounded values and practices within the department and beyond. The incumbent is proactive, solutions oriented, meets deadlines, and communicates effectively.

• Oversee all incoming and outgoing communications and follow ups, including emails, phone calls, reports, and internal correspondence.
• Keep the executive’s calendar up-to-date, including adding events, scheduling appointments, and providing daily briefings.
• Coordinate travel arrangements.

What You Will Bring to The Role:

• Certificate in Business Administration, Applied Business Technology or comparable designation
• Three (3) plus years proven work experience as an Executive Assistant, Executive Administrator or similar role
• Significant experience in managing office procedures and working with sensitive organizational information.

At CSFS, we understand that knowledge and experience may come from a variety of sources and encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not align perfectly with the qualifications listed above.

The Location: Prince George sits on the traditional lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation and is the largest city in northern B.C. It is a community that includes the renowned University of Northern B.C. and the College of New Caledonia, affordable housing, complemented by an international airport. Prince George offers unparalleled access to outdoor recreation that contributes to the city's high quality of life and standards of living. The Fraser and Nechako rivers are focal points of an extensive park and trail system of more than 100 parks. Enjoy opportunities for year-round outdoor activities from camping to snowshoeing. Learn more about Prince George at https://tourismpg.com/.

What CSFS Team Members Are Saying:

• We live by our organization’s values of Responsibility, Compassion, Honesty, Integrity, Trust and Respect while caring and advocating for vulnerable people.
• Supported to pursue lifelong learning, professional development and recognition for your contribution.
• Recognize the value of Carrier Sekani Knowledge holders and language speakers.

Wage Range: The target hiring range for this position is $29.66 to $39.74 per hour. Candidates will typically be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the wage range. Placement within the wage range is dependent on the applicants’ role specific knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience and in consideration of factors such as market conditions and internal equity.

Total Rewards: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers an excellent compensation package. It features unique, generous, flexible time off options promoting work-life-family balance, Municipal Pension Plan (defined benefit with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period), as well as extended health and dental benefits. At CSFS, we believe in investing in our employees through meaningful educational and professional development opportunities.

Hurry and Apply Now! Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply. Applications will only be received and accepted through our online recruitment system.

Deadline to Apply: May 6, 2025. Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity, what skills and experience you will bring, and how your qualifications will make you successful in this role.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.

CSFS is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources team by email at [e-mail] and we’ll collaborate with you to address your requirements.