office administrator

Government of Canada - Central; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A position is available with the Government of Canada requiring an individual with a bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in office administration. The successful candidate will manage administrative tasks, coordinate office services, and prepare reports, ensuring efficiency in operations. The role is full-time and on-site, emphasizing the importance of attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Skill in maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate new administrative procedures.
• Delegate work to office support staff.
• Plan and control budget and expenditures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Efficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Windows

MS Word

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

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

• 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
• Oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures
• Plan and control budget and expenditures

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability