Administrative Support

at  Boyle Street Community Services

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 3 years’ experience working in a professional administrative role
• Candidates with post-secondary education or certification in Office Administration is an asset
• Experience with and knowledge of Indigenous culture and ceremonies is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of and experience working in the non-profit sector is an asset
• Knowledge of and experience working with community resources in Northeast Edmonton
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle is preferred
• Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Scan), Child Intervention Record Check, and Drivers Abstract completed within 6 months are required by start date

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND ATTITUDES:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, business equipment, and databases
• Great attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and ability to multi-task
• Able to work in a stressful environment and assist with difficult, sometimes distressed clients, including adults, children, and youth
• Experience and comfort working with people from all walks of life
• Is self-motivated and has the ability to work independently
• High degree of flexibility and leadership skills
• Works with initiative, commitment, and enthusiasm
• Ability to maintain discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Proven ability to work in a respectful and client-centered manner
  Boyle Street Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Boyle Street Community Services welcomes applications from First Nation, Inuit, Métis, New Canadian, differently abled, and LGBTQ2S+ communities.
  Boyle Street Community Services aims to foster a work environment that is rich with Indigenous culture, teachings, ceremonies, and activities- as a reflection of the communities we serve and the land we reside upon.

The Administrative Support acts as a first point of contact at the Ubuntu Program, greets visitors, and answers basic inquiries about the Centre, services, and/or refer questions to the appropriate staff. The Administrative Support provides timely and accurate contact to visitors to the Ubuntu Children & Families Program, and models the values of the agency through a friendly, compassionate, and professional manner. The Administrative Support works closely with the Ubuntu Senior Administrator and the Administrative Team to ensure that staff and community members work in a safe and organizationally effective environment. The Administrative Support handles many of the front-facing administrative tasks, while supporting the Ubuntu Senior Administrator with back-end tasks related to administration and operations.