Program Assistant; Temporary), School of Health & Life Sciences

Position: Program Assistant (Temporary), School of Health & Life Sciences
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Important Final date to receive applications Notice

Applications must be submitted by  11:59pm MST on the day before the posting end date shown   above  , as Workday automatically closes postings at that time.

About the Opportunity

Please Note:

This is a temporary position ending on or before June 25, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

The School of Health and Life Sciences is looking for a self-motivated individual with a great attitude to provide administrative support for the school's leadership and program staff. As the successful candidate, you will be confident in working independently and interacting with staff, students and other stakeholders. You will exercise good judgment, have the ability to adapt to change and be skilled in multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

Strong time-management skills and an aptitude for flexibility and life-long learning will be necessary; as will, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

The Program Assistant is often the first point of contact for prospective and returning students in the program. The Program Assistant responds to inquiries from students including admission requirements, course offerings, pre-requisites, enrolment procedures, tuition and program fees, academic and student service information, and is responsible for specific tasks within these areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare office correspondence and data reports using Microsoft Office Suite, electronic mail system, and/or to program-specific software.

Assist the program and department in coordinating and completing projects.

Provide administrative support for standing program and department meetings.

Manage and maintain program records (electronic and paper)

Create, review, and revise program materials; prepare reports and documents as requested.

Support student selection and enrolment management strategies using Campus Solutions

Assist with annual tasks for compliance requirements for program accreditation.

Plan and organize school, department, and program-specific events. Maintain office equipment (printers and photocopier) Program responsibilities as assigned.

General office and front desk duties.

Skills & Abilities

Willingness to Learn:
Embrace the opportunity to constantly expand your knowledge base through continuous learning and attend training sessions and workshops to enhance.

Adaptability:
Be ready to pivot daily and take on new challenges with the team.

Self-Starter:
Demonstrate a proactive attitude and a strong sense of ownership. Initiate projects and identify opportunities for improvement and innovative solutions.

Tech Enthusiast:
Exhibit a passion for technology and a thirst for knowledge. Explore emerging technologies, experiment with new tools and share insights with the team.

Team Player:
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Be an outward-facing representative of our programs, fostering positive relationships with staff, students and stakeholders.

Strong Organizational

Skills:

Exhibit effective time management, prioritization, attention to detail, and organizational skills. Advanced Microsoft Office Suite product knowledge is required.

Effective Problem-Solving

Skills:

Demonstrate the ability to analyze and solve complex challenges.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificate OR Diploma in a related field

Experience in an administrative role.

Experience with People Soft would be an asset.

Equivalencies for required qualifications may be considered.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Classification – Administrative Support IV

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Remuneration:  Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

The compensation range for this job posting is : $48,360.93 - $62,439.18

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards
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