On-Call Administrative Assistant
Okanagan Indian Band

Located within the unceded territory of the syilx people, the Okanagan Indian Band is comprised of six reserves located in the North Okanagan.
Come join the OKIB Team and enjoy all that the beautiful Okanagan Valley has to offer, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches.
Start Date: ASAP
The Administrative Assistant may be called within short notice to cover and is responsible for providing coverage for reception and administrative vacancies in any of the Band’s departments or locations.
You will be tasked with a variety of receptionist, clerical, administrative and department specific duties providing services in an effective and efficient manner.
Provide in-person on-site receptionist and admin support to the assigned OKIB department or location
Perform a variety of reception, administrative and clerical duties
Assist the department and provide general support to the team greet people, answer and direct phone calls, emails or visitors to contacts or service areas
Order and maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies
Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material
Assist in the communication and preparation of meetings and conferences, facility rental bookings, and travel or rental agreements as required
Department or location specific support,



admin tasks and special projects (posting, processing, assisting, drafting)
Perform other clerical duties such as filing, data entry, photocopying and scanning
All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures
Attends meetings or community events when required
You are community-minded, detail-oriented, have a willingness to contribute to a team and an excellent communicator.
Diploma or Certificate in Office Administration or relevant area of study preferred
Valid BC Driver’s licence, Class 5 and reliable vehicle
Office administrative support experience
Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office programs; Excel, Word and Outlook
Experience working with First Nations communities

Possesses cultural appropriateness and sensitivity towards OKIB and Community
Strong customer service skills
A robust commitment to the highest level of confidentiality and personal integrity is required for this position
23.00 per hour dependant on education and experience.
The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check that includes the vulnerable sector and three references
Preference will be given to qualified Aboriginal Applicants as per section 41 of the Human Rights Code .

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