Acadia University

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Competition #20-03-AU: Acadia seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant in the School of Kinesiology (SOK) to provide reception and secretarial support for the faculty, staff, and students of the School of Kinesiology. The incumbent will be the initial contact for the school and will receive all visitors, calls and other contacts, providing informed responses to inquiries and referrals as appropriate. Inquiries are frequently regarding course registration/options and academic regulations. Specific responsibilities will include: greet clients and provide general assistance as receptionist for the school. deliver, sort and distribute departmental mail each day. deliver presentations and tours to groups of students and members of the public. preparation of routine correspondence, records management, and preparation of reports as required. organize and maintain departmental files. assembles materials for reports and meetings as required. assists with the production of logbooks, journals, manuals, and other documents. maintains office equipment to ensure good working order. schedules room calendars and assists in preparing timetable for all kinesiology courses. track enrolment of students and regularly review student records. supports recruitment of new students by coordinating student visits, monitoring registration, and supporting the SOK with events. QUALIFICATIONS: We are seeking a candidate who has completed a recognized post-secondary program in either office or business administration, combined with related work experience is required. We are seeking a candidate who has proven experience delivering a high level of client service and demonstrated ability to think clearly, resolve issues, and work under pressure. Demonstrated ability to work to a high level of accuracy, maintain confidentiality, and be flexible to regularly changing priorities is necessary. Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are required, as is the ability to prioritize workload while providing top-notch customer service. Applicants must be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with Acadia's academic programs and administrative procedures an asset. THE REWARDS: Acadia offers a comprehensive benefit package in addition to a starting salary of $34,935 per annum (SEIU Administrative Assistant 2). Salary increases to $38,937 following successful completion of 6-month probation period. To see more information on why Acadia is an employer of choice, please visit our website at: https://hr.acadiau.ca. TO APPLY: To apply for this opportunity, click on the "Apply Now" button and upload your cover letter, resume, and professional references. For further information on Competition #20-03-AU or to request a detailed job description, please contact Jennifer Veinot at [email removed]. Consideration of applications will begin on March 2, 2020. Please be advised that only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The University reserves the right not to fill this position. A six-month eligibility list may be established from this competition to fill future vacancies for identical positions. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Acadia University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal people, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, and persons of any minority sexual orientation or gender identity. Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment to a position is qualifications and professional excellence. Candidates who identify as a member of one of the afore-mentioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, are invited to submit the online Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package. The university will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation because of a disability or for any other reason during the interview process, please contact [email removed].

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Company Type: College / University

Company Size: 501 - 1000

Revenue: 25 - 50 million (USD)

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