Description

PLEASE NOTE: This posting is restricted to candidates who have pre-certified through the Yukon government's Centralized Recruitment and Certification process for Administrative Assistants. If you have not applied or certified through this series, please visit our website at: CR&C; process. If you wish to apply for pre-certification please watch the job board for future postings.

This posting

This posting will be used to fill one permanent full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

About us

Join our dynamic and collaborative team at Social Services in Whitehorse. Social support branch provides comprehensive support and interventions including child protection, family support, foster care, adoption, youth services, counseling, and community outreach to ensure the safety and well-being of children, youth, and families in the community. This is your opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in our community.

This opportunity

Reporting to the Operations Manager of Family and Children Services, your role will involve providing a range of administrative and financial support services to unit Managers, Supervisors, and their staff within the division of Family and Children Services. This support is essential for both the Whitehorse office and community locations. While specific administrative responsibilities may differ across program areas within the branch, the focus will primarily be on logistical support, administrative tasks, and secretarial/reception duties.

- For more information on this job, please contact Derek Baldwin, Manager at [email protected]
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Katie Terrion, HR Consultant [email protected]





Your benefits In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

- Government of Yukon’s many benefits

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural setting.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

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Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

- Recent experience providing a broad range of senior administrative support in a healthcare or social services environment (i.e. manager, director, etc.) such as coordinating travel, managing calendars, taking minutes, proof reading documents, and maintaining file/records management.
- Experience providing client service and support in high stress environments, including assisting individuals experiencing crisis, emotional distress, or significant life challenges.





- Experience in providing financial support (i.e. visa reconciliation, invoice entry, processing payments, etc.)
- Recent experience using a variety of database systems (i.e., Client Index System, HRMS, Outlook, etc.) is considered an asset

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

- Ability to deliver executive administrative support, in an environment of changing priorities and deadlines.
- Aptitude to adjust to and work effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups.
- High level of organizational and prioritizing skills combined with attention to detail.
- Ensures a client-focused culture for the entire organization and engages others in providing outstanding service to internal and external clients.
- Self-awareness combined with strong and tactful interpersonal skills for building credibility and relationships.

- Attention to detail in an environment with frequent interruptions.
- Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.
- Ability to work within deadlines.

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

- RCMP Clearance with Vulnerable sector check

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

- Lift up to 10lbs
- Exposure to emotional, physically abusive and/or dissatisfied clients

Learn more

- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [email protected] or phone (phone hidden).

📌 Reception/Financial/Administrative Assistant - (68908) (Whitehorse)
🏢 Government of Yukon
📍 Whitehorse