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Education:

• Community College Diploma in an administrative fiel

Experience:

• 2 year of administrative experience providing customer servic

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements
• Strong keyboarding skill

The Administrative Support II will contribute to the efficient running of the department by performing a range of administrative tasks in accordance to policies and procedures. The incumbent will assist with the day to day administrative activities in the department, provide back-up support for other administrative roles, and respond to general inquiries. The incumbent will handle incoming and outgoing mail in a confidential and timely manner, ensure that supplies inventories are adequate and maintained, and assist with the preparation and processing of any required documentation. The incumbent will assist with the coordination of meetings and events, ensure any required resources are available, and that any associated documentation is prepared.
Qualifications

Education:

• Community College Diploma in an administrative field

Experience:

• 2 year of administrative experience providing customer service

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements
• Strong keyboarding skills