Job Title: Executive Assistant
Job Classification: Exempt
Department: Administration
Status: Regular, Full Time (37.5 hours weekly)
Schedule: Monday - Friday (evenings and weekends as required)
Start Date: July 14, 2025
Date Posted: May 28, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary: This position starts at $65,000 per year and increases to $89,000 per year, over a 10- year period. This salary range incorporates experience, yearly salary increments to reward years of service, employee growth and development within the organization.

2.0 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Office Administration or Business;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience providing administrative support;
• Minimum 2 years’ supporting at a senior/executive level or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, an articulate communicator, a positive team-player;
• Exceptional written and spoken English communication skills;
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, One Drive, MS Teams, MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Forms) and database management;
• Some knowledge of the Society’s Act, BC Registry and BC Corporate Online filing requirements would be an asset;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines and work collaboratively with other team members as required;
• Proven organizational, facilitation, minute taking and time management skills;
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve;
• Ability maintain focus on multiple deadlines in a time-pressured environment;
• Always exercise professionalism, in presentation and manner, when representing the Society at events, in meetings and on social media;
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
• Available outside regular business and weekends, as required.
  A criminal record check is required as a part of this process.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter as separate attachments. Please note that only Word or PDF formats can be accepted. As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions are answered.
To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit www.dcrs.ca/work-with-us/.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This position is based in our Surrey office and is a blend of remote and in-person services. DIVERSEcity has implemented new safety procedures for in-office and in-person work, to view our safety plan, please visit www.dcrs.ca/news/diversecity-covid-19-safety-plan/. Successful candidates will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry out their duties, ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.
A comprehensive job description will be provided to all candidates shortlisted for interviews.
DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our People & Culture department at (hr@dcrs.ca). Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Executive Assistant is responsible for support to the Senior Advisor to the CEO in the day-to-day operational needs of the Society. This role will support various functions for the Executive team and provide back up for the Senior Advisor to CEO.