Administrative Assistant - 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 M

About Western:

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us:

The mission of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies is to support Faculties and programs in providing high quality, innovative graduate programs, attracting high quality graduate students and postdoctoral trainees, and expanding graduate education at Western.

The professional staff serve as a comprehensive resource on graduate matters, accountable to all graduate programs and students.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Education:
2 year Community College Diploma in Office Administration
Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Experience:
2 years of experience providing administrative support and customer service in an academic environment
Experience working in a graduate education environment preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Familiarity with financial procedures and processes (e.g. Journal entries, tracking expenses, reconciliation of accounts)
Verbal communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
Competency to maintain confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
Ability to establish rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
Ability to multitask and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, faculty members, students and the public
Judgment and creative problemsolving skills with a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues
Strong mathematical and analytical skills to complete accurate calculations
Union Statement:

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

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