Under minimal supervision, to provide essential administrative and business support services within a school, department or unit which may include budget maintenance, personnel processing, policy communication, facilities/space management, database/files management, office/clinic management or patient flow management

Key Roles & Responsibilities

To coordinate programmatic activities and functions.

To conduct special projects relating to an office's administrative operations at the direction of a superior.

To maintain vendor relationships.

To interface with internal and external constituencies.

May provide confidential secretarial/office support functions for department chairs, large division directors, deans or other organization executives.

Typically supervises clerical/secretarial staff.

May assist in preparation and submission of grants.

May be responsible for equipment/furniture repair.

May assist with grants and contracts administration.

May prepare financial reports and analyse

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

Prior experience with scheduling systems or office management software, familiarity with virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams), Experience in a support role is a key strength

Previous administrative or office support experience, strong organizational and time management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Positive attitude/behavior, with demonstrated flexibility, and a willingness to learn and be a good team player.

Hourly Range: $18.35-$29.80


Qualifications
Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field and one (1) year of related experience required

Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience


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