Divisional Administrative Assistant
Job Summary
Department Information
Aurora College's mission is to demonstrate leadership in the delivery of relevant and meaningful education and research rooted in strong connections to Northern land, tradition, community and people.
Job Information
The Divisional Administrative Assistant reports to the Chair, School of Health & Human Services within the Education & Training Division of Aurora College.
This incumbent is responsible for accurately managing document flow, filing and mail systems, answering and directing calls and preparing a wide variety of computer generated documents.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide timely and confidential administrative support to the School of Health & Human Services team members and students.
Facilitate the flow and storage of operational and financial information and documentation relating to the School of Health & Human Services.
Maintenance of SharePoint site.
Key Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and solid understanding of office administrative and bookkeeping procedures for the division.
Knowledge and understanding of the structure of the College and knowledge of northern cultures.
Knowledge of the following computer programs: computerized financial and accounting systems, word processing, spreadsheet sand email systems.
Key qualifications would be attained by:
Completion of an office administration secretarial certificate or equivalent.
Three years¿ experience in an administrative support role or equivalent work experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@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
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
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 # 28374
Closing Date: October 6 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $37.90 per hour to $45.27 per hour (approximately $73,905 - $88,277.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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