Program Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

3 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

ENG SS, Co-op & Career Con:

Competition No.

Posting Date

Feb 15, 2024

Closing Date

Feb 27, 2024

Position Type

Full Time - Operating Funded

Salary Range

$44,016 to $58,952 per year

Grade

Hours

35
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.

Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Working for the Faculty of Engineering Co-op Office

Position

If you have office experience, enjoy working with students and have exceptional attention to detail, we would like to hear from you.

The Faculty of Engineering is looking for a Program Assistant to join the Engineering Co-op team.

Under the direction of the Team Lead Administration (Engineering Co-op), the program Assistant provides key support for the successful delivery of the Engineering Co-op recruitments as well as for the daily activities within the office.

As the first point of contact in the office, administrative backup coverage for Student Services and Engineering Career Connections is also required.

Duties

Communication:

Greets students and visitors during the Coop recruitment period providing assistance for the facilitation of the recruitment interviews.
Communicates daily with team members from the Engineering Coop, Student Services and Engineering Career Connections.

Document/Materials Development:

Provides time sensitive data entry for the Engineering Coop into software platform campusBRIDGE.
Reviews and posts jobs for the Engineering Coop recruitment.
Inputs interview schedules and assists in monitoring them.

Program Operations:

Compiles and maintains data in campusBRIDGE (as required: job postings, interview schedules, pending work term placements closing job postings and grade input).
Assists with scheduling and coordinating interview rooms.
Provides coordination and assistance with coop events.
Tracks interview signups.
Manages phone transfers for interviews.
Provides clerical support for Administrative Assistant.
Maintains digital files in filing platform Alfresco.
Updates inventory of office supplies.
Sorts and distributes mail.
Provides back up administrative coverage for Student Services, Engineering Career Connections and inhouse psychologist.
Reports required facility maintenance.
Posts notifications and event signage.

Qualifications

Postsecondary diploma in business or equivalent.
Minimum one to three years in an office environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills with both internal and external clients.
Demonstrated accurate data entry experience.
Experience with database systems such as CampusBRIDGE and/or knowledge of electronic filing systems (such as Alfresco).
Proven attention to detail essential with high levels of accuracy.
Excellent problemsolving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload and time effectively.
Familiarity with University policies and procedures an asset.

Along with your resume, please submit a cover letter that outlines why you believe you are the right person for this position.

In your cover letter, please provide a detailed answer to the following question:
"How will you contribute to a culture of trust, effectiveness and execution in the Faculty of Engineering?" Applications received without a cover letter that does not specifically address these important items will not be considered.

How to Apply
**We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.