POSITION:              Administrative Assistant
SUPERVISOR:        Human Resources Manager
SALARY:                Based on Qualifications

TERM:                    Full-time Permanent

LOCATION:            New Aiyansh, British Columbia

JOB SUMMARY: The successful incumbant will work in the Human Resource department. Responsibilities include general clerical duties and administrative support to the team the processing of administrative documents, drafting correspondence and maintain effective administrative HR and communication files; assisting in editing of policies, responsible to complete all necessary internal forms, purchase orders, ordering of supplies, and cheque requisitions; booking of necessary appointments and travel arrangements; willingness to take human resource related courses.

Educational or Occupational Certification:

1. College Certification in Business Administration or other related accredited certificate; or
2. Grade 12 with 3 consecutive years of employment in a related capacity

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Attributes:

• Average computer skills developed through previous work experience;
• Knowledge and ability using Word, Excel;
• Knowledge of Power Point and Access an Asset
• Knowledge of proper records management technique and proven maintenance of records (files)
• Abilities to draft correspondence, memos using proper letter writing techniques;
• Ability to work well in a team environment;
• Adaptable to change, multi-tasking and setting priorities
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization in an efficient and professional way;
• Ability and skill taking minutes; transcribe and maintain all related minute taking files;
• Ability to maintain confidence;
• knowledge of human resource practices is an asset;
• Strong communication skills using tact in more delicate situations that may arise due to the nature of the function.

Applicants are requested to submit resume and a cover letter describing their qualifications. The wage is to be determined by Nisga'a Lisims Government in accordance with regulations. Resumes must be received prior to 5:00 pm on February 27, 2009. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ALL RESUME PACKAGES MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

Nisga'a Lisims Government

Attention: Human Resource Department

PO Box 231 New Aiyansh, BC V0J 1A0

Fax number: 250.633.2367

Email: hrdept@nisgaa.net