Administrative Assistant

Full job description
We are currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing a full range of administrative support to management, staff and volunteers. The areas of responsibility include: administrative office support, and reception.

Qualifications

Relevant post-secondary education
Experience in an office administration position
Experience with Media postings and Website changes
Experience with building presentations, Canva and full proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience in Event co-ordination
Excellent organizational skills, ability to handle multiple assignments and prioritize activities in a fast paced organization
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector clearance
Strong diplomacy and negotiation skills and ability to work as an effective team member
A self-starter with the ability to take initiative from concept through to implementation
Adept at learning new technology
Creativity, analytical skills, and strong attention to detail
French language fluency would be an asset
Must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle
Community Living Upper Ottawa Valley provides meaningful employment to over 170 people in both part-time and full-time capacities. We are a significant employer in the community, and we appreciate the people who choose to work with us. For our employees, we offer competitive wages, starting two weeks of vacation, a very generous benefits package (OMERS pension plan, dental, health, etc.) and a supportive work environment from colleagues to key management roles. We also provide access to third-party, unlimited counselling services for employees and their family members at no charge. This is a positive and collaborative CUPE unionized workplace.

Community Living Upper Ottawa Valley is committed to developing an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to the selection process, please advise Human Resources of accommodation needs to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

The salary for this position will include a comprehensive benefit plan and OMERS pension. Please ensure your resume is in MS Word or PDF format.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.48 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress
Commuter benefits
Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Pembroke, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

DCS / DEC (preferred)
Experience:

Front desk: 1 year (preferred)
Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-15
Expected start date: 2025-07-02

Canada
Nova Scotia
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