Administrative Assistant I, Meals on Wheels

1 month ago

Lunenburg Nova Scotia BJ, Halifax region, Canada VON Canada Full time


Requisition Details:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0Employment Status: Regular, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Meals on Wheels
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days
On-Call: No\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0Job Summary:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0The Administrative Assistant I is responsible for administrative support functions to assist VON in providing quality service to the public. The position acts as a resource for the site Meals on Wheels team and other team members in the office by collecting and responding to incoming client frozen meal orders, creating and formatting documents related to the ordering and distribution of the meals, and other related job functions.\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0This position has physical components including lifting, unpacking, and repacking frozen meals for client distribution.\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0Key Responsibilities:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0
  • Responds to any general inquiries including answering telephone calls and ensuring staff, volunteers, clients and visitors are greeted and directed to the appropriate resource in a friendly courteous manner.
  • Responds to messages from the answering service as required.
  • Answers general inquiries regarding the VON organization with informed and satisfactory responses.
  • Prepares all general correspondences, memos, forms, brochures, invitations, reports and other documents as required.
  • Assists in the production of materials for delivery service (including collection of material, typing/formatting and photocopying/printing) and in standardizing processes and forms.
  • Manages filing systems for all client, personnel and general files, ensuring accuracy, security and confidentiality.
  • Inputs relevant information and produce reports, statistics and data as directed for the efficient operation of the function.
  • Orders supplies, receives and maintains an inventory of required supplies\u00A0
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
External and Internal Relationships:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0
  • Communicates regularly and follow up with team members and managers.
Education, Designations and Experience:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0
  • Post-secondary education in office administration, office information technology or a related field or related relevant experience
  • Proficiency in Windows OS and MS Office Suite programs
  • Experience with scheduling software and Cognos is considered an asset
  • Experience with a unionized environment is considered an asset.
Skill Requirements:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Able to work both independently and within a team
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Other:\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0
  • Criminal records and vulnerable sector check\u00A0\u00A0
  • The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required
Working conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.\u00A0Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants): If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position(s). \u00A0If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its\u2019 discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed, and each successive period will be treated as a separate posting for purposes of comparing seniority between candidates.\u00A0

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