Job Description

Administrative AssistantDepartment: AdministrationDuration: Regular Full-timeLocation: Fredericton, NBCompetition #: MG-18377Maritime College of Forest TechnologyThe Maritime College of Forest Technology (MCFT) was established in 1946 primarily to retrain and reintegrate returning World War II Veterans into the workforce. Today, MCFT\'s focus is on educating future leaders for work in the natural resource sectors within government, industry, private and non-profit organizations.MCFT values employees and their contributions in achieving organizational goals and objectives. As a commitment to employees, MCFT offers a healthy work environment, benefits package and encourages job-related professional training and development.Position ProfileMCFT is seeking a team-oriented, dynamic and self-motivated individual to join the Administration Team at their Fredericton Campus. The incumbent must be a team player who takes personal accountability to deliver on what is expected in this role and strives for excellence every day. Reporting to the Acting College Administrator, the Administrative Assistant will contribute to supporting the team in the areas of student services, general office administration, client services, visual and technical services and providing in-person, as well as, telephone communication with clients.The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Acting College Administrator in performing a wide variety of confidential and delegated duties using considerable independent judgment, initiative and discretion; student services (maintaining merchandise inventory & sales/preparing course materials); financial services; client services (greeting clients/directing to appropriate staff); and responsibility for the day-to-day general office administration (processing mail/office equipment troubleshooting, photocopying, records management).As a member of the Administration Team, the Administrative Assistant will be required to support, when required, in the day-to-day activity deadlines of the team and compliment a team-oriented, fast-paced, work environment.QualificationRequired Education:

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by a Post-secondary Diploma in Business or Office Administration.

Requirements/Skills:

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant work experience in an administrative position.
• Proficient in office technology, software and applications.
• Professional & confidential.
• Effective interactive communication with all levels of an organization.
• Client service oriented.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Self-starter & demonstrate initiative.
• Records management.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.How To Apply:To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking the \'Apply Now\' button below.For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Mark Gillis, Partner, at or Natalie Lagace, Senior Recruitment Specialist, at . If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Mark or Natalie know.MCFT and Meridia Recruitment are committed to an equal opportunity work environment.Thank you for your interest in joining the MCFT team!

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