Administrative Assistant Iv - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade:
Level N

About Western:

About Us:

The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of soon to be seven Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Communication Sciences and Disorders and Foods and Nutritional Sciences), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and four Research Centres.

The Faculty has more than 4,000 undergraduate students and more than 900 graduate students (200 PhD students).

Responsibilities:

The Administrative Assistant supports a variety of administrative processes to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the Brescia School of Food and Nutritional Sciences and to support the Director in carrying out their leadership role.

The Administrative Assistant serves as a resource and serves as the first point of contact for faculty members, staff, committees and other stakeholders in regard to administrative matters, answering or re-directing inquiries as appropriate.

The Administrative Assistant coordinates various financial transactions, supports administrative human resources process including keying payroll and assisting with arranging logistics for collective agreement processes, assists with grant administration, and coordinates building and facilities management processes.

The Administrative Assistant will perform a range of tasks ensuring that deadlines and schedules are met, including coordinating meetings, facilitating the preparation and distribution of correspondence to internal/external stakeholders, and arranges for orders for supplies and arranges for access to technology and physical space.

The Administrative Assistant will also manage the busy calendar of the Director, ensuring that meetings are prioritized and scheduled based on time sensitivity and importance.

Qualifications:

Education:

2 year community college diploma in Business Management/Administration

Experience:

4 years experience providing financial, human resources, and administrative support to a senior leader in a business office setting
Experience supporting faculty collective agreement processes is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of financial and human resources principles and legislation
Familiar with Western policies and guidelines related to finances, human resources and research and grant administration
Verbal communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
Ability to demonstrate patience and focus to complete detailed administrative tasks
Ability to establish rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, faculty, and other members of the University community
Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
Ability to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Ability to summarize information and disseminate to others effectively in a timely manner
Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
Attention to detail and proofreading abilities with an excellent command of the English language
Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
Critical thinking skills to analyze problems, and collect information required to make an accurate conclusion
Demonstrated ability take initiative, to work independently and follow through on work assignments
Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
Intermediate proficiency required in Microsoft Office Suite to prepare communications, graphics, financial reports, grant submissions, input departmental data into spreadsheets and databases
Familiarity with academic calendar and programs offered at Western preferred

Union Statement:

Why Western?:

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.