Administrative Assistant – Education Department

  • CompanyAamjiwnaang First Nation
  • Job TypeAdministration
  • Required ExperienceMinimum of 1 year of experience in administrative support services
  • Job TypeContract
  • Education / CredentialsCertificate / diploma in administration, education, or equivalent area of study/experience
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline05/20/2025

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position Title: Administrative Assistant – Education Department

Location: Sarnia, ON

Duration: 1 year

Posting Closes/Deadline: May 20, 2025

Tentative Interview Date(s): May 26, 2025

Position Summary:

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and organizational support to all staff at the Education Services building. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of duties, including but not limited to answering the phone and performing reception duties, ordering supplies, tracking staff/schedules, attendance monitoring, creating documents, running errands, and any related administrative activities.

Responsibilities:

Primary Service Responsibilities:

  • Deliver and execute high-quality administrative support by:
    • Ordering supplies for staff, receiving deliveries on arrival
    • Track orders and expenses, preparing purchase orders, submitting financial requests, and obtaining quotes as requested
    • Respond to questions, inquiries, and concerns through the day
    • Organize and attend meetings, events and training, taking minutes and creating agendas as required
    • Other administrative duties such as printing, scanning, photocopying, and data entry
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with policies in all activities
  • Promote a positive image of Aamjiwnaang families, and the public
  • Maintain professional manner in dealing with Aamjiwnaang members, staff, and the public
  • Contribute to wellbeing in a cooperative working environment in accordance with policies, procedures, and systems in place
  • Experienced using Microsoft Office

Health, Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensure workplace health and safety:
    • Identify and report potential risk(s) and accidents
    • Participate in training and corrective meaures
  • Maintain awareness of and adherence to relevant policies and procedures
  • Adhere to policies of Aamjiwnaang First Nation

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • Certificate / diploma in administration, education, or equivalent area of study/experience
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in administrative support services
  • Experience (work or lived) in First Nations, understanding the needs, challenges, and political environment is an asset
  • A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

How to Apply

Other Considerations:

In accordance with Section 16 Special Programs of the Canadian Human Rights Act, preference will be given to Aamjiwnaang Band Members with relevant education/experience (R.S.C 1985, c. H-6, s16 (1-3).

Application Process:

If you are interested in this opportunity, kindly forward your resume and cover letter via mail, email, or fax to:

Aamjiwnaang First Nation

978 Tashmoo Avenue

Sarnia, ON

N7T 7H5

Attention: Ashley Fisher, Human Resources Officer

or

[email protected]

or

519-336-0382 fax