office administrative assistant

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 37.5 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

• Private sector

Tasks

• Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages
• Greet people and direct them to contacts or service areas
• Record and relay information
• Provide directory assistance
• Provide basic information to clients and the public
• Obtain and process information required to provide services
• Maintain work records and logs
• Provide customer service
• Operate switchboard or telephone system
• Receive and issue payments

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• MS Windows
• Caseware/Caseview
• MS Outlook

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Efficient interpersonal skills

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Life insurance
• Other benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Wellness program