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As part of the Regional Office Team, the Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative services that enable the Regional Office to fulfill its role in a timely and credible manner. Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, maintains the administrative aspects of the Regional Office while carrying out a wide variety of administrative, secretarial and clerical responsibilities to ensure efficient operation of the Regional Office
Education/Experience:
- Successful completion of business and/or secretarial training, or equivalent experience normally aquired through several years of providing administrative services relevant to the duties of the position.
Knowledge:
- Good knowledge of the Public Service Alliance of Canada;
- Knowledge of the trade union objectives and activities.
Abilities:
- Proficiency in the use of a personal computer including ability to use Windows, e-mail, FrontPage and Internet;
- Ability to use spreadsheets (ideally Excel) and database software (ideally Access);
- Ability to effectively transcribe, type and perform word processing functions using Microsoft Word;
- Proficiency in spelling, vocabulary and in the application and usage of English grammar;
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English;
- Ability to work independently and determine priorities under strict deadlines;
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment;
Personal Suitabilities:
- High degree of initiative;
- Good judgment;
- Good problem solving;
- Commitment to union and equity principles.
A detailed job description is available on our website: http://psacunion.ca/jobs-psac or on the attached document.
The PSAC is committed to employment equity and is actively seeking to ensure a representative workforce. We encourage applications from members of equity seeking groups.