JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 72460
Ministry: Indigenous Relations
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: August 14, 2025
Classification: Administrative Support 4
Salary: $1,755.66 – $2,145.13 bi-weekly
The Metis Settlements Appeal Tribunal (MSAT) is an operationally independent, quasi-judicial agency whose overriding consideration is to preserve and enhance Métis culture and identity, and to strengthen Métis self-governance under the laws of Alberta. As a legislated alternative to court, MSAT strives to resolve disputes through adjudication, mediation and education in a manner that is fair, timely and cost-effective. MSAT is viewed as a credible, fair and effective dispute resolution body for resolving disputes on the Metis Settlements. This environment encourages collaboration, innovation, and professional development, making it an attractive opportunity for individuals dedicated to public service and community impact.

The Administrative Assistant provides a variety of administrative support services and assists with program delivery in the office of the Metis Settlements Appeal Tribunal (“MSAT”), a dispute resolution body established under the Metis Settlements Act to provide practical and unbiased solutions to disputes facing the Alberta eight Metis Settlements.
Being the first contact person for the MSAT Office, the Administrative Assistant uses strong interpersonal and effective communication skills to promptly and professionally handle office visitors and telephone callers for the MSAT office. The Administrative Assistant should have a good working knowledge of the eight Metis Settlements and the legislation that governs them in order to assess the caller needs and refer them to the appropriate staff. The Administrative Assistant also refers the caller who is seeking information that is outside MSAT’s mandate to the appropriate agency or program office. The Administrative Assistant will make independent decisions on what resources would best benefit the caller in order to make a helpful referral.
This Administrative Assistant position manages the program incoming and outgoing mail flow and special courier requests, co-ordinates meeting schedules, compiles meeting packages and takes minutes at staff meeting, makes travel arrangements for Board and staff, coordinates in events planning and liaises with staff in various organizations.
The Administrative Assistant also works with the Office Manager in auditing and reconciling invoices against shipping documents, maintaining office supplies and requesting quotations, maintaining files and tracking correspondence.
The Administrative Assistant also provides administrative support to MSAT professional staff and board members by drafting administrative correspondence and proof-reading reports and presentations.
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