Administrative Assistant

Position Overview

Organizes and prioritizes independently, the administrative activities for senior Directors/Managers and ensures that all work is completed within established timeframes.

• Types, formats and proofreads a variety of material including: correspondence, minutes, agendas, manuscripts, policies, procedures, templates and form letters.
• Assists the Directors/Managers with the ongoing monitoring and analysis of operating budgets and expenditures and prepares ad hoc financial reports as requested.
• Takes initiative to handle matters and solve administrative problems not requiring the direct personal attention of the supervisor(s).
• Develops, maintains and updates a variety of databases including: data collection and entry, assisting with analysis and organization of information and assisting with preparation of reports.
• Performs payroll functions and monitors position control information including verifying information from ESFs, budget transfers, and following up on problems/discrepancies as required.
• May provide direction to junior employees (permanent or casual) within the portfolio which includes workload delegation, on-the-job training, monitoring of workload, ensuring deadlines are met and procedures are followed and contributing to performance appraisals of junior employees by providing feedback to the supervisor.

Experience

• Five years directly related experience required.
• Experience scheduling and coordinating meetings required.
• Experience recording and preparing minutes and agendas.
• Experience maintaining spreadsheets and databases.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with email and computerized calendars.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba Standards, required.
• Formal training in applied office skills is required.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Typing speed 65 wpm.
• Proficiency with computerized systems (Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) required.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, assign and supervise the work of junior employees.
• Ability to compose correspondence on behalf of senior Directors/Managers.
• Excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize a large workload and independently complete a variety of administrative duties.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Required to work for long periods of time at a computer.