Administrative Assistant
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to Aboriginal Persons indigenous to the present boundaries of the Northwest Territories and includes any aboriginal person resident at birth and any Canadian aboriginal persons who have lived more than half of their life in the Northwest Territories.
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometers of Inuvik, NT.
Department Information
The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA), supports capable, accountable and self-directed community governments providing a safe, sustainable and healthy environment for community residents.
Job Information
This position is located in Inuvik and reports to the Regional Superintendent. The incumbent is responsible for providing effective and efficient administrative support services to the entire regional office. Work priorities are varied in response to requests from the Superintendent and other departmental staff.
The Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact with the public, and is frequently called upon to exercise judgement with regard to knowing when to forward phone calls, what meetings take priority, and what commitments to make on behalf of staff members. The incumbent must uphold positive customer service and maintain confidentiality as appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of and ability to apply standardized office and administrative procedures
- An ability to write, edit, and format documentation so that they are clear and easy to understand
- proven organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to use computer software for such things as spreadsheets, word processing, databases and presentations
- Knowledge of basic records management policies procedures including records disposition, standards and classification systems
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Diploma in Office Administration and 3 years general office experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 28305
Closing Date: September 25, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour (approximately $73,905 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304
Application Assistance
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