This posting
This posting is to fill one (1) temporary full-time position, anticipatory permanent. Working (75 hours bi-weekly). It will also be used to establish a 12-month eligibility list, which may be used to fill similar positions.
The successful candidate may be required to provide administrative support to multiple ADMs.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Our team
The Department of Health and Social Services is seeking a highly organized, professional, and discreet Administrative Assistant to support the Assistant Deputy Ministers of Health and Social Services. This is a dynamic and fast-paced role that requires a confident individual with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
In this critical role, you will be responsible for managing a wide range of confidential and complex administrative tasks with professionalism and discretion. Acting as a key point of contact, you will ensure effective communication and collaboration between the ADM’s office and internal divisions of Health and Social Services, as well as with senior government officials, members of the public, stakeholders in the business community, and special interest groups.
This position requires sound judgment, excellent organizational abilities, and a high level of professionalism in supporting the strategic and operational priorities of the ADM.
Your role
This position is responsible for organizing calendars, making travel arrangements, preparing communications on behalf of the ADM, coordinating casework responses, arranging logistics and more. In addition, this position is responsible for preparing agendas and taking minutes at a variety of both internal and external meetings.
If you are interested in working in a highly professional and dedicated team whose goal it is to help communities, families and individuals achieve and maintain the best possible health, we look forward to receiving your application
- For more information on this job, please contact Jared Wong, Senior Advisor, Health and Social Services, at [email protected]
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Dolapo Awobamise, HR Consultant at 867-332-8340 or [email protected]
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- Government of Yukon’s many benefits
Your career, your home, your lifestyle
We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.
As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.
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- Yukon Life
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Important application and job requirements
Essential qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
- Recent experience providing a broad range of senior administrative support to Senior leadership (i.e. Deputy Minister Office, Premier, ADM, etc.) such as coordinating travel, managing calendars, taking minutes, proof reading documents, and maintaining file/records management.
- Experience performing basic research, communications, and information to respective program areas.
- Experience completing financial administrative tasks, such as accounts payable, cheque requisition and travel claims.
- Experience working in a fast paced environment.
It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability
If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
- Ability to deliver executive administrative support, in an environment of changing priorities and deadlines
- Awareness of how current events/political platforms/local news issues can influence work/communications.
- Ability to adjust to and work effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups.
- Ability to be proactive, understand issues, identify problems, and suggest options to determine the appropriate solution.
- High level of organizational and prioritizing skills combined with attention to detail
- Ensures a client-focused culture for the entire organization and engages others in providing outstanding service to internal and external clients.
- Self-awareness combined with strong and tactful interpersonal skills for building credibility and relationships.
It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.
Conditions of employment
You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
- RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current TB Screening
- WHMIS 2015 (within 3 months of hire)
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
Occasional hours that extend into evenings, weekends, or on statutory holidays.
Learn more
- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [email protected] or phone 867-667-9453.
