INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTING
Please be advised this is a non-union position
FH OFFICE ASSISTANT (FAMILY HOUSING – PERMANENT)
Position: Full-Time Permanent
Location: Family Housing Office, Grande Prairie, AB
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:00 AM – 4:00 PM (75 hours per pay period)
Compensation: $25.64 per hour + comprehensive benefits package
Role Overview
The FH Office Assistant provides high-level reception, clerical, event, and activity support to the Family Housing team.
Key Responsibilities:
•Administrative Support: Ability to provide support to the Family Housing office. Must be proficient in administrative and reception tasks, including public interaction, answering phones, handling mail, data entry, and updates.
•Customer Service: A friendly personality who enjoys working with and for low-income seniors, families, individuals, and special needs. Must be able to maintain a harmonious relationship with staff and the public.
•Attributes: Must have excellent conflict resolution skills, in addition to patience, time management skills, and the ability to work independently.
•Scheduling & Events: Ability to help coordinate, facilitate, and lead events and/or activities as required in the office.
•Communication: Good communication and organization skills.
•Safety: Adhere to and maintain the GSF health & safety program to ensure the utmost safety for staff, residents, and facilities.
•Responsibilities: Ability to carry out responsibilities listed in the Office Assistant job description.
Qualifications:
•Education: Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
•Experience: Several years’ experience working successfully in a fast-moving office or lodge environment. A combination of relevant experience, competencies, and qualifications may be considered.
•Technical Skills: Must be proficient with computers and have good knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications.
•Certifications: WHMIS, First Aid, and CPR certification preferred.
•Prerequisite: Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation.
•Clearance: Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
•Personal Attributes: A genuine interest and empathy for the care of senior citizens, low-income families and individuals, paired with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must have excellent conflict resolution skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Includes a competitive wage and extended health and dental benefits, with mandatory enrollment in life insurance and long-term disability programs.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
