Administrative assistant

Computer and technology knowledge

• Google Docs
• Jira
• MS PowerPoint
• Electronic scheduler
• Database software
• Information technology
• Project management software
• Social Media
• Accounting software
• Desktop publishing software
• Business diagram software
• Human resources software
• Quick Books
• Google Drive
• LinkedIn
• Electronic mail
• Word processing software

Technical terminology

• Financial
• Business

Area of work experience

• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Human resources

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Reports and records
• Contracts
• Financial statements
• Invoices
• Charts, tables, graphs and diagrams
• Project management
• Business process management
• Corporate social responsibility
• Facility management
• Accounting
• Payroll services

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Accurate
• Reliability
• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Dependability
• Due diligence
• Quick learner

Screening questions

• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Flexible hours
• Morning

Employment terms options

• Day

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available

Support for persons with disabilities

• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Support for Indigenous people

• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)