ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, LOGISTICS, TRANSPORTATION & DISTRIBUTION

Position Summary

Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed permanent full time Administrative Assistant to support the Capital Planning & Support Services department.

The Administrative Assistant provides support to the Director of Logistics, Transportation and Distribution. This position also provides back up support for all the Directors in the Capital Planning and Support Services department under the direction of the Regional Director, Capital Planning and Support Services.

Starting salary will be approximately from $47,064 to $58,830 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications

• Grade 12 supplemented by successful completion of a certificate or diploma in office administration plus three (3) to five (5) years progressive administrative assistant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment.
• Computer literate with proficient knowledge of Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Internet, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and SharePoint. Knowledge of Microsoft Project an asset.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimal direction.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities and demands.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Professional telephone manner.
• Strong time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit tact, discretion and confidentiality
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with staff, vendors, and the general public in an effective and professional manner.
• Ability to type 60 w.p.m.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.