Administrative Assistant to Deans

Position: Administrative Assistant to the Deans
Reporting to the Dean of Humanities and the Dean of Social Sciences, the Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support by ensuring that the informational, organizational and communication needs of the Deans are met in a timely manner through the effective prioritization of activities and workflow. The position interacts regularly with a diverse array of constituents including staff, faculty, students, and various external stakeholders.
Term:  Permanent
Hours of work:  Full-Time (35 hours per week);
Monday to Friday; 8:30 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.
Classification/Level:  B2, Exempt
Salary Range:  $46,206 - $63,695
Closing Date:  Monday, September 21, 2026
Qualifications   Post-secondary diploma or degree, Community College degree, or recognized Business School degree combined with a minimum of five years of experienc in a professional, automated office environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to function independently and to exercise good judgment.
Ability to recognize the sensitivity of issues and maintain strict confidentiality.
Extensive knowledge of collective agreements, university policy, and organizational structure of a university or college would be an asset.
Ability to organize and complete work assignments in a busy office environment.
Experience using a variety of software applications, including Microsoft Office 365 products, Teams, and Colleague.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Regular requirement to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Awareness of a variety of activities which are proceeding simultaneously.
Conflicting demands may cause stress.
Closing date:  Monday, September 21, 2026. Candidates are responsible for clearly demonstrating in their cover letters how they meet the requirements of the position. Please note that the selection process may include testing related to the advertised requirements. Candidates will be advised of any testing prior to the interview.
An equal opportunity employer, St. Thomas University is committed to employment equity for women, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Candidates must have proof they are legally entitled to work in Canada.
St. Thomas University is situated on the traditional territory of the Wolastoqiyik, Wəlastəkewiyik / Maliseet whose ancestors along with the Mi'Kmaq / Mi'kmaw and Passamaquoddy / Peskotomuhkati Tribes / Nations signed Peace and Friendship Treaties with the British Crown in the 1700s.
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Responsibilities  Given the nature of the Office of the Dean of Humanities and the Dean of Social Sciences, the Administrative Assistant functions independently at times and is expected to exercise good judgment on issues, questions, and problems that arise. The incumbent must have the ability to follow through independently so that tasks and processes are completed in the prescribed timeline.
Routinely has access to information of a confidential and sensitive nature and must be able to recognize the sensitivity of issues and maintain strict confidentiality.
Manages the schedule of appointments and meetings for the Deans and resolves scheduling conflicts on a routine basis by identifying high priority requests. The incumbent manages telephone, mail, email, and in-person inquiries on the Deans' behalf, and coordinates arrangements for meetings, travel, and conferences.
Frequently drafts correspondence and assists with the preparation and drafting of reports, and otherwise relieves the Deans of a variety of office and administrative details.
Access to and possesses information relating to employer/employee relations, bargaining, employee, and student grievances, etc. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of the full and part-time collective agreements, university policies, and organizational structure of the University and have the ability to accurately interpret same.
Assists the Deans by gathering required information for the preparation of reports to various committees and is frequently called upon for proofreading of reports, letters, and other printed material, necessitating knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Works with the HR department on matters relating to part-time academic hiring, contracts,…