Administrative Support
Government of Saskatchewan · Saskatoon, SK, Canada
The Opportunity:
The Ministry of Social Services is seeking a administrative support staff to provide secretarial and administrative support to the Housing Department.
- Respond to telephone inquiries from the public and redirect calls.
- Monitor and code expenditures, and prepare and process business expense forms, invoices, and contracts.
- Provide support to the team, including assisting with equipment and software issues.
- Compose, record, proofread, and edit a variety of correspondence.
- Coordinate and schedule travel, event logistics, meetings, equipment, and CVA vehicles as required.
- Compile, sort, and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
- Acquire, purchase, and maintain inventory such as forms, office supplies, and equipment.
Job Capabilities:
As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:
- Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
- Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
- Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
- Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
- Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
- Focuses on achieving public service excellence.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Office administrative procedures including filing systems.
- Applicable computer hardware and software applications and terminology.
Job Skills:
- Communication (Level B)
- Critical Thinking (Level A)
- Digital Skills (Level A)
- Interacting with Others (Level A)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
- Managing Self (Level A)
- Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
- Data Literacy (Level A)
- Influence (Level A)
- Political and Organizational Awareness (Level A)
- Managing Organizational Resources (Level B)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
What We Offer:
- Dynamic and challenging work
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension
- Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
- Inclusive work environments
- Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment to Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.