Administrative Assistant, Terrace
University Casual Pool
The University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) is a dynamic and progressive institution with an innovative approach to education, supported by advanced technologies. As we strive for excellence in the educational enrichment of our students, UNBC offers a friendly, supportive, and stimulating work environment.
Casual employees are sought for a General Support Pool to provide flexible support across academic departments and programs, administrative departments, student services units, and other areas of the University. Casual employees may be assigned a variety of duties based on departmental needs and the employee’s skills, experience, and qualifications.
Members of the Casual General Support Pool share a commitment to providing responsive, reliable service to students, faculty, staff, and the public. Work may include general administrative and clerical support, customer service, basic facilities and maintenance tasks, event and operational support, and basic information technology assistance. Assignments may vary in duration and nature of work.
Responsibilities
Specific duties will include a broad range of administrative, clerical, operational, technical support and service functions. These functions support the current and evolving needs of students and departments and contribute to the continual improvement of efficiencies.
Service and support in the following areas will include, but are not limited to:
- Providing client service to students, faculty, staff and the public (via front counter, telephone, and email);
- Proofreading, editing, and formatting a range of correspondence and written materials;
- Maintaining and updating records and files;
- Making travel arrangements and providing assistance with related documents and claims;
- Supporting meetings and committees, including logistical arrangements, agendas, transcription, minutes, and follow up on subsequent proceedings;
- Preparing interdepartmental documents;
- Maintaining and organizing file room and office supplies;
- Assisting with projects and event planning;
- Organizing and maintaining workspaces, supplies, equipment, and files;
- Assisting with basic facilities, room set-up, moving or arranging furniture and equipment, or other general maintenance or operational tasks;
- Helping instructors with equipment problems in their classes;
- Testing video conference equipment and sound before courses and for general updates; and
- Providing technical support to students in the computer lab.
Qualifications
The successful candidate should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to assist with a variety of tasks and changing priorities.
Familiarity with university structures, policies, and procedures is an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential. The ability to work independently in a busy and challenging environment, and the flexibility to assist where needed, working as an active team member are essential. Outstanding interpersonal, time management, organizational and communication skills, with a proven ability to interact in a highly professional and confidential manner are crucial. Problem solving and exercising good judgment are integral. Financial experience is an asset.
Salary
Casual assignments are paid based on the position assigned in University departments, generally ranging from $22.12/hour to $38.58/hour.
As part of our Casual Pool, employees are available on an on-call basis and may be called in to assist during peak periods, vacation, or sick leave coverage. Normal hours of work are between 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday however, this role may also be called upon to support programming and events during evenings and weekends.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.
Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
About UNBC
Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.
UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply on this position by uploading and submitting a cover letter and resume. This position is part of CUPE Local 3799 and is an on-campus position, based at the Terrace Campus.
The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from the four designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) as well as the 2SLGBTQ+ communities and individuals with intersectional identities.
Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
UNBC does not use artificial intelligence to screen candidate applications.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and as positions/ casual assignments become available.
