Join Financial and Strategic Services as an Administrative Assistant! This positionprovides support to two Managers in a high-volume department while demonstrating independence and leadership to proactively ensure that all administrative needs are met.This posting is for one temporary full time posting for up to 9 monthsKey ResponsibilitiesAct as first point of contact for both Manager’s offices; record and track meeting deadlines and evaluate incoming issuesProvide calendar, email management, and correspondence supportSchedule, organize and assist with internal and external meetings, workshops and events including the preparation of agendas, minutes and related meeting and workshop materialsAdministration of SharePoint sites, internal web pages, public websites and act as a subject matter expert for potential improvementsCoordinate and proofread various documentssuch as reports, presentations, and enclosures to ensure that they are clear and align with the report writing guidelines for Council, Executive Team and Senior Leadership Team reportsCoordinate information for reports, presentations, policies, bylaws and procedures and ensure the use of the County’s workflow system for reportsDevelop cutting-edge administrative processes and practices and assist with implementation for branch effectivenessMonitor project or policy related documents, records, and spreadsheetsProactively manage project tasks including sending reminders to project leads for updatesPerform procurement and contracting duties such as preparing various contracts, legal agreements, purchase orders,



requisitions and requests for proposalsEnsure that the branch’s records (physical and electronic documents) are assessed and managed in line with the County’s record retention policy, including assessing files for redundancy, obsolescence and archivingSupport the review of training materials, presentations, procedures and guides for formatting, readability and County standardsMaintain role and position specific onboarding checklists and coordinate the branch onboarding and offboarding for employeesQualifications & SkillsHigh school diploma with a minimum of five years related experienceOffice Administration certificate or diploma is an assetExcellent communication skills and ability to maintain a professional and positive image when working with internal and external clients (colleagues, the public, and senior administration)Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and at times, with a high volume of various tasksExcellent customer service skills and ability to recognize and deal with matters of a confidential nature in a discrete and professional mannerAbility to work independently, negotiate priorities on short notice and promptly adapt to changesExtensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook),



as well as programs such as SharePoint, TEAMS, OneDrive, Visio and e-ScribeConditions of Employment:Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record CheckWho We Are:Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta.Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:Extended health and dental coverageHealth and wellness spending accountLife and disability insuranceRetirement and pension programsEarned day off programEmployee and family assistance programCommitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunitiesWell-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplaceEquivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role may be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Administrative Assistant (Strathcona County)
🏢 Strathcona County
📍 Strathcona County