office manager

Government of Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Edmonton is seeking a skilled administrative professional to oversee office services and execute administrative tasks. Candidates should have a college diploma and 1 to 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include establishing work priorities, coordinating services, and managing payroll. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. Benefits include free parking and paid training.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed.
• Co-ordinate and plan for office services.
• Prepare operating budget and maintain inventory.
• Oversee payroll administration.

Skills

MS Office

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

WordPress

Education

College or other non-university certificate/diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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.

Work setting

• Private sector
• Urban area
• Language school

Responsibilities Tasks

• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met
• Carry out administrative activities of establishment
• 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
• Perform data entry
• Train staff
• Monitor and evaluate
• Oversee payroll administration

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• WordPress

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast‑paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Ability to multitask
• Time management
• Adaptability

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities