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Back to Job Board Talent Pool - Short-Term Administrative Assistant North Bay, Sault Ste Marie, Sudbury and Thunder Bay Office & Administration POSTED: 1 month ago Employer: Ontario Public Service ES Job ID: 7842 Closing Date: September 11, 2026 Salary: $26.92 - $31.31 Duration: Contract

Job Description: About the job Administrative professionals play a key role in keeping government operations running smoothly. From coordinating meetings to supporting financial tasks, your work helps teams deliver programs and services that matter to Ontarians. As An Administrative Assistant, You May Be Responsible For a Range Of Tasks That Support Office Operations, Team Coordination, And Client Service. Duties May Vary Depending On The Assignment, And Can Include:

- organizing files, managing emails, and maintaining records to support smooth daily operations
- preparing and formatting documents, reports, and communications using standard templates
- scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, and assisting with logistics to help teams stay organized
- greeting visitors and responding to phone and email inquiries to provide helpful information and welcoming service
- updating shared resources and monitoring office supply levels to support team readiness and workplace efficiency
- supporting purchasing tasks and helping track expenses and invoices to assist with financial accuracy
- monitoring timelines, following up on tasks, and supporting team coordination to keep projects moving forward




- using standard office software and equipment to complete daily tasks effectively

Whether you're just starting out or looking to apply your skills in a new setting, the OPS offers a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive, and where administrative roles can lead to exciting career pathways across different ministries and functions.

Required Skills: What you bring to the team

You Can:

Organization & coordination skills

- prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment
- schedule meetings, coordinate calendars, and assist with logistics
- track tasks and follow up to ensure timely completion

You Can:

Communication & interpersonal skills

- interact respectfully and professionally with colleagues, clients, and visitors across various formats (in person, phone, email)
- listen actively and ask appropriate questions to understand needs and respond accurately
- prepare and compile explicit, well-structured documents, emails, and materials

Attention to detail & initiative

You Can:

- review and maintain accurate documents, records, filing systems, and inventories.
- identify issues and propose solutions to improve processes or resolve problems
- support purchasing, expense tracking, and invoice review
- follow procedures and service standards

Digital and office technology skills

- use common office software (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams)
- operate office equipment such as printers, scanners, and phones
- enter and retrieve information from databases or tracking systems

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