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 process, please visit our website at: CR&C; process

This competition is to fill a permanent position, working 75 hours bi-weekly.

Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government!

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

Our department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of our diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.

Who we are looking for:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Finance and Administration of the Early Learning and Child Care Branch, this position provides a full range of front-line reception and administration and finance support for the branch. This position supports the ELCC branch funding programs as well as the certification system for early childhood educators.

Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.





The ideal candidate will have…

- Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
- Experience performing a wide variety of administrative support services including responding to inquiries, maintaining filing systems, and office management.
- Experience providing customer service or reception services to the general public.
- Experience providing financial and accounting services, including financial reporting, budget monitoring, reconciliations, and analysis
- Experience using financial management systems and spreadsheet software to track, analyze, and report financial information.

The ideal candidate will be assessed on….

To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:

- Organizational and time management skills;
- Ability to provide exceptional service to members of the public, including using tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive matters;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Attention to detail and accuracy;
- Commitment to client service and continuous improvement.

Contact details

If you have any questions about this position, please contact: Hillary Aitken, Director, Early Learning and Childcare at [email protected]

If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Serafina Christine, Human Resources at [email protected] For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a competitive salary and comprehensive perks while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners, we encourage you to click the links below!

- Benefits and leave
- Flexible working
- Learning and development
- Diversity and inclusion
- Health and wellbeing
- Terms of employment

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