Métis Nation British Columbia
Administrative Assistant
Competition #
25-120
Compensation
$51,000 - $59,000
Classification
Nation Support 1
Location
Cranbrook - Hybrid
Period of Employment
Permanent
Hours Per Week
37.5
Date Posted
August 25, 2025
Closing Date
September 8, 2025
About the Opportunity
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and support to the Ministry of Skills Training, Employment, and Post-Secondary. They are the first point of contact for prospective and existing clients, providing the initial intake assessment to determine appropriate next steps including referrals to TCCs, Employment Coordinators, other MNBC ministries and/or external programs. This includes receiving and screening applications for funding and ensuring completion, accuracy and eligibility. The Assistants manages calendars, makes travel arrangements, handles inquiries from MNBC Citizens, coordinates internal and external meetings, manages meeting logistics, prepares meeting materials, records minutes, and tracks and follows-up on related action items as required. This role also involves organizing sensitive correspondence, maintaining filing systems, processing mailouts for projects, and performing various administrative tasks like photocopying, scanning, and record-keeping while ensuring confidentiality. The Assistants provide great customer service and timely response to citizen inquiries. Actively participate as a critical member of the Ministry of Employment and Skills Training team to create solutions that advance the successful, efficient, and effective delivery of MNBC’s Ministry initiatives.
Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?
We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone. If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at [email protected].
About Métis Nation British Columbia Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services. Through teamwork, respect, dedication, accountability, integrity, and professionalism, MNBC strives to build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of inherent rights for our Métis citizens, assisting in the delivery of services based on policy, process, and specified regulations.
MNBC reflects an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We respect the unique characteristics, backgrounds, and experiences that our employees bring to the organization and the communities we serve. We are committed to lateral kindness based on Métis cultural values that promote social harmony and healthy relationships.
How To Apply
Please submit your cover letter resume, and a copy of your credentials to [email protected], using "Administrative Assistant - #25-120" in the subject line of the email.
Job Description
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years
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