Administrative Assistant

**Job Opportunity: Administrative Assistant (Community Services)**

**Who We Are**
The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently looking to hire a Full Time **Administrative Assistant (Community Service)**. This opportunity will be a full-time permanent position and is ideal for an experienced Administrative Professional.

**Who You Are**
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Administrative Assistant who can support in the day-to-day front line functions, effectively communicate timely and accurate information to key stakeholders and employees, deal with changing priorities on the fly, and can solve tough problems.
- Being the initial point of contact, to answer phones and greet visitors.
- Maintains appointment/meeting schedules by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel when required.
- Overseeing the front end and clerical services including reception.
- Maintaining all office supplies, business cards, catering and other needs requested by departments within the organization.
- Responsible for administrative tasks such as, producing documents and reporting, collecting and preparing information for meetings, composing correspondence and maintaining contact lists.
- Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees.
- Provides support with coordinating and managing all activities related to corporate events as required.
- Maintain electronic filing system.
- Aids with research activities of the Mikisew department by coordinating the identified research activities with the Director and other personnel within the Department.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**
- A minimum High School diploma or GED is required.
- Post-secondary Diploma specializing in Administration, Office Management, Business Administration, or a related field is an asset.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
- Solid understanding of standard office administration practices and procedures.
- Working experience managing multiple calendars.
- Typing speed of 45-50 WPM and a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office - Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Knowledge of First Nations communities.
- Proven experience in building working relationships with First Nations communities and partners.

**Other Requirements**
- Possess valid Class 5 AB driver’s license and own or access to a vehicle.
- Willingness and ability to travel to Fort Chipewyan as required.
- Willingness and ability to work after hours and/or weekends when required.
- Must provide and possess a clear criminal record vulnerable sector check.
- Ability to speak and/or understand the Cree language (or another applicable First Nation language) would be beneficial.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Fort McMurray, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location