Administrative Assistant

at  Yukon Government

This posting is an until-filled competition. Candidates are encouraged to not delay submitting their application as this positing can close at any time with 24-hours posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Experience providing client-centred services in a front facing public environment, preferably in a health care or related setting.
• Experience providing a broad range of administrative support in an office environment, including answering phones and directing calls, collaborating with other offices, services and supports, collecting and processing financial transactions, e.g., invoicing, arranging, and taking payments
• Recent experience using a variety of computer software (Microsoft, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience maintaining paper and electronic file management systems, including data entry
• Experience working with sensitive information in highly confidential settings

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Cultural sensitivity and awareness
• Understanding of effective client support and confidentiality
• Computer skills and working-knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Knowledge of electronic filing and/or patient management systems
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Ability to prioritize and function with multiple interruptions
• Ability to provide exceptional customer services and demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• This position works in an office setting.
• Extended periods of time are spent working on a computer preparing correspondence, reports, etc. (60% of the time).
• A large part of the job requires the incumbent to work with sensitive, confidential personal information.
• Ability to lift 15 lbs.
• Must live and work in Pelly Crossing; housing is not provided

Please refer the Job description for details