Administrative Assistant

1 month ago


New Glasgow, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

**Competition #**: 44330
**Department**: Justice
**Location**: NEW GLASGOW
**Type of Employment**: Permanent
**Union Status**: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
**Closing Date**: 25-Oct-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for individuals in custody and young persons.
Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs: community corrections as well as correctional facilities. Each of these program areas is broken down into closely related activities that have a specific impact on the program's target group.
About Our Opportunity
As the Administrative Assistant (Secretary 2), you provide a full range of administrative and clerical support at Northeast Nova Scotia Correctional Facility (NNSCF). As a member of the administrative team, you will assist with other clerical and administrative work as required. In this role, you will support the Superintendents based at NNSCF.
Primary Accountabilities
Drafting correspondence
Coordinating meetings
Maintaining a file system
Mail sorting and distribution
Records management
Photocopying
Maintaining office equipment.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this opportunity, you hold a 1-year course in a relevant field (ie business, administration, clerical) and in addition, you hold 3 or more years of administrative experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. You also have effective interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills. In addition, you are organized and can set priorities, and meet deadlines. You complete your work with autonomy, discretion, tact, and sound judgement. You have excellent attention to detail, and you respect the confidential nature of your work. You have strong computer skills and are proficient in Word, Outlook, and Excel. You also possess experience with records management systems, and scheduling programs. Previous experience in a correctional service setting or similar environment would be considered an asset.
The competencies viewed as critical to the success of this position includes: analytical thinking, attention to detail, effective interactive communication, intercultural and diversity proficiency, adaptability and flexibility, client orientation, initiative.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Equivalency

**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
Primarily office related work, working standard daytime hours Monday to Friday.
This is a 24-hour operation facility.
Mental strain from high volume of sensitive matters, the need for accuracy, and deadlines.
Additional Information
This is a permanent, full-time position based in New Glasgow at the NNSCF.
This position requires criminal background checks.
What We Offer
Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
**Engaging workplace**: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
Countless career paths
A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.
**Pay Grade**: EC 03
**Salary Range**: $1,687.11 - $2,108.89 Bi-Weekly
**Employment Equity Statement**:
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