The Children's Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – MARATHON, ON

Permanent, Full Time (33.75 hours/week)

This position provides administrative support to the Marathon District Office, and back-up administrative support to the Nipigon and Geraldton District Office. Excellent training and professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment are provided, in addition to a generous salary, pension and benefits package.

Position Requirements

Completion of a business or commercial diploma or certificate from an accredited college or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Candidates with other academic qualifications and related work experience, plus demonstrated ability, will be considered.
Intermediate skill level and extensive experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Demonstrated experience utilizing various computer software programs.
Accurate and fast word processing skills.
Excellent communication skills including strong interpersonal, written, and verbal skills and an ability to interact with a wide variety of people.
Ability to effectively manage inter-personal conflict.
Ability to maintain a strong sense of professional judgement and confidentiality.
Excellent organizational, coordination and time management skills to determine priorities, meet strict timelines and manage several assignments simultaneously.
Ability to assess workflow and administrative functions, and to suggest modifications to improve efficiency, manage data, maintain multiple calendars, and develop effective systems.
Ability to work independently, or as part of a team.
Ability to adapt to change and learn new technology for effective use in the workplace.
Criminal Records Check satisfactory to the Agency required upon conditional offer of employment.
Contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion with a commitment to the elimination of disparity and disproportionality in service outcomes.
Ability to use sound judgment and tact to address a range of issues and to problem-solve.

APPLICATION INFORMATION – Applications received to July 8, 2024 @ 4:30 PM.

Please submit a cover letter and resume on-line at www.thunderbaycas.ca “Career Opportunities”. Individuals may also submit an application directly to: Amy Wrigley, The Children’s Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay, 1110 Jade Court, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6M7

The Society is committed to supporting and advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in our organization and the society in which we serve. As such, we are expressly interested in receiving inquiries and applications from individuals who identify themselves as Indigenous, racialized, or equity seeking in order to better reflect the demographic profile of Thunder Bay and District.

TBCAS is committed to a candidate selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. In order to ensure candidates are assessed in a fair and equitable manner, accommodations will be provided to prospective employees in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.