Career Education Assistant

Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type

Support Staff (CUPE)

Posting In effect from

28/5/2021

Closing Application Date

11/6/2021

Closing date for internal CUPE applicants

11/6/2021

Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” for their Seniority to be recognized. If the position is still open after that date they will be considered alongside external applicants.

Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Support Type

Auxiliary (Over 4 Months)

Anticipated Start Date

30/6/2021

Position End Date (If Applicable)

30/6/2022

The Hours of work are subject to change depending upon departmental requirements

Schedule

The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 7 hours a day, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Schedule Description

DUTIES

Provides a wide range of administrative support including secretarial and receptionist services for the Career Education Department.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides receptionist services by receiving visitors, responding to enquires, scheduling appointments, providing general and employment information, and directing to appropriate area(s).

Assesses and processes the eligibility of students in a wide range of co-op programs in accordance with internal policy and procedures. Notifies the Co-op Coordinators of any deficiencies associated with eligibility. Informs and advises students of fees, necessary documentation, and admission and registration procedures throughout co-op terms.

Creates and maintains relevant materials including admission packages, manuals, learning guides, handbooks and forms. Compiles statistical reports from multiple data sources for internal and external use.

Sets up, posts and maintains employment information and data systems for students, employers and faculty/staff through established hard copy and electronic systems.

Coordinates interviews and meetings. Locates and assembles background information, books physical facilities, catering services and equipment. Assists in arranging events on and off campus.

Performs secretarial duties which includes word processing a variety of documents such as correspondence, contracts, evaluation summaries, memos and minutes; receives and transfers telephone calls, taking messages as required. Takes minutes and distributes to relevant parties.

Liaises with internal and external contacts such as employers and stakeholders. Provides instruction, orientation and training on an occasional basis to work study students, auxiliary and other staff.

Sets up and maintains filing systems, records and office supplies inventory; maintains, troubleshoots and reports malfunctioning office equipment.

Collects, sorts, distributes and opens mail.

REPORTS TO

Manager, Student Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:
Grade 12 plus six months’ post-secondary education in office administration or equivalent including training in MS Office applications

EXPERIENCE:
Three years’ related experience including:
One years’ experience with electronic word processing, data entry and database management

One years’ recent experience working with students in a post-secondary environment

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

Demonstrated comfort with human diversity in the areas of culture, disability, mental health, gender and sexual orientation

Demonstrated knowledge of the career development/planning process in a post-secondary environment

Ability to operate and maintain several management information systems, often concurrently, and to maintain and report on data

Ability to plan multiple tasks in a timely fashion

Ability to learn new systems quickly

Advanced computer knowledge with a high level of understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, online booking systems and databases (Symplicity)

Ability to work independently and handle confidential material

Ability to perform electronic word processing at 60 wpm and data entry

Ability to deal courteously and effectively with a diverse range of students, staff, external agencies and members of the general public

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to plan, prioritize and organize workload

Ability to operate related equipment such as photocopiers and fax machines

WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting at desk and computer for period of time

General office conditions

Ability to lift weights less than 10 kg

Please Note: If you are selected for interview, External Candidates will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.

Pay Band

CUPE Grade 07 $28.34

Salary rate

Please Note: This position may be subject to a 90% salary for the first 560 hours of employment.

Location

Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed

1

Organizational Unit

Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Student Development -> Career Education

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:
Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Color, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Career website.

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