Part-Time Administrative Coordinator, Forest Research Station

UBC; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

The Alex Fraser Research Forest (AFRF) at UBC is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to provide administrative, financial and HR support for the AFRF research station near Williams Lake, BC. The role collaborates with the Site Manager to ensure smooth operation of facilities, programs, events and site activities.

You will coordinate administrative processes, financial transactions, records management, communications and customer service to meet teaching, research, extension and community

Qualifications

• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in internal and external contact work.
• Ability to draft complex correspondence for signature and write reports in clear business English.
• Ability to supervise, establish standards of performance and resolve work problems.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day administrative operations across AFRF and develop procedures.
• Manage financial, HR, facilities and program support and prepare reports.
• Coordinate HR and payroll processes including recruitment and onboarding.
• Assist with emergency preparedness and safety compliance and 24/7 on-call readiness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Supervision

Education

High school graduation

Post-secondary education (2 years)

Tools

Workday

Job description

The Alex Fraser Research Forest (AFRF) at UBC is seeking an Administrative Coordinator to provide administrative, financial and HR support for the AFRF research station near Williams Lake, BC. The role collaborates with the Site Manager to ensure smooth operation of facilities, programs, events and site activities.

You will coordinate administrative processes, financial transactions, records management, communications and customer service to meet teaching, research, extension and community