ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Aboriginal Student Support & Community Relations Department

Red River College is a leader in applied learning and innovation. Our talented team of employees is passionate about education, innovation and student success. We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career. Together, we are going places.

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team.

About the Position:

The School of Indigenous Education requires an Administrative Assistant to provide reception and administrative support functions. Reporting to the Manager, Aboriginal Student Support & Community Relations the individual will be responsible to provide administrative support to the Centre activities and Manager.

Duties:

• Serving as a receptionist, responding to student, staff and community inquiries through a variety of venues;
• compiling information, maintaining records, developing and preparing reports;
• conducting information searches;
• liaising with First Nation, Métis and Inuit communities;
• organizing and scheduling meetings and minute taking;
• assisting with and coordinating special events, including planning and execution;
• performing various clerical functions (electronic record keeping, photocopying, ordering supplies) ;
• assisting with marketing and promotion activities;
• creating and maintaining databases as required ;
• preparing and coordinating presentations as required;
• preparing and tracking financial, legal and other documents;
• acquiring supplies for events as needed.
   

Qualification Requirements:

• Post-secondary education or business education training would be an asset.
• Several years of responsible administrative experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team setting.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, students, and the public, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in advanced Microsoft Office Suite applications, including formatting of complex documents.
• Experience researching articles and journals.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
• Must have access to a vehicle and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal communities and culture is essential.
• Preference will be given to candidates of Aboriginal ancestry.

The position requires an individual who is motivated, organized, flexible and able to multi-task, prioritize and work with accuracy and attention to detail in an often fast-paced environment. Candidates must: have a positive attitude, demonstrate superior interpersonal and communication skills, interpret situations and respond appropriately, work independently within a team setting, and work effectively and co-operatively with college staff, students, industry representatives and the general public.

Application Process:

We seek diversity in our workplace. Aboriginal persons, women, visible minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Competition No.: 2010-132
Closing Date: December 3, 2010
Salary: $33,836 - $46,299 per annum

Apply in writing to:
Red River College
C410 - 2055 Notre Dame Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0J9
Fax: 204-694-0750
e-mail: humanresources@rrc.mb.ca

To view this and other employment opportunities online, visit us at www.rrc.ca and
select “Career Opportunities” from the list of links located on the bottom of our web page.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.