Job Description

Req ID: 180970
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: OPNZ Director CEHHC
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 23-May-24Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We\'re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there\'s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you\'ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityThe Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Health Services by effectively coordinating the day-to-day operation of the Director\'s portfolio and team. The position coordinates all administrative activities, establishes administrative procedures and guidelines and acts as a liaison with the administrative assistants within the portfolio and across the health authority. This position provides additional support to individuals, committees or working groups as assigned, as well as supports other members of the Health Services team as required.About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Post secondary diploma in a recognized office administration, business administration or secretarial program
• Undergraduate degree is an asset
• International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAPP) certification is an asset
• Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience providing administrative support at the executive level, preferably in a healthcare environment
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, prioritizing and organizational skills
• Demonstrated competencies requiring advanced skills and abilities in all facets of modern office practices and technology and with information and meeting technologies
• Experience using technology in meeting planning to create efficiencies and streamline tracking and retrieval of information
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours

• Long Assignment, Full -time (100%) position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Beginning May 20, 2024 - May 20, 2025
• Dates are approximate

Compensation and Incentives$23.79 - 29.73 hourlyOnce You\'ve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Follow Us!

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