Executive Assistant

at  Olds College

ABOUT OLDS COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY

Founded in 1913, Olds College has been offering quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our regular programming, continued education, and online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.
At Olds College we value our people and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. Olds College provides quality education in an environment that is designed to promote academic excellence and student success. There are many reasons to join Olds College and build a meaningful career in a community that is innovative, diverse and welcoming. Everything we do at Olds College is done to advance all aspects of the agriculture and agri-food community. All of our programs and actions align to our social purpose, “Transforming agriculture for a better world”. Our mission is to ensure Alberta’s agriculture community has the talent, knowledge, and thought leadership to lead globally.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• A post-secondary education in Business, Management, Communications, English, Office Administration or a related discipline preferably at the degree level or combination of experience.
• Relevant experience is preferred at a senior administrative level, preferably in an executive or professional office.
• Knowledge of the post-secondary system, with attention to the academic environment, structures and processes in Alberta is essential.
• Project a positive and professional image that is representative of the Office of the Vice-President.
• Exceptional leadership, planning, organizational and time management skills to manage projects and priorities independently and to ensure participation and contributions from individuals not directly supervised.
• Personable and able to work in a collegial, consultative and collaborative manner to build trust.
• Strong technical skills as well as an aptitude for learning new software quickly.
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• Proficiency in all Google Apps, particularly Email, Docs, Sheets, and Calendar is required.

Please refer the Job description for details