Administrative Assistant I- Full Time (Continuing)

Updated: 15 days ago
Location: Lethbridge North, ALBERTA
Deadline: 26 Apr 2024

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Job Title Administrative Assistant I- Full Time (Continuing)
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Position Details
The University of Lethbridge International invites applications for a full-time continuing Administrative Assistant I position. Reporting to the Executive Director, International, and the Manager, International Student Services, the Administrative Assistant will provide a wide range of diverse administrative services related to the day-to-day operations of the International Centre including finance, student inquiries and student support.
Main duties include:
  • Supporting the Executive Director, International with appointment bookings, minute and note-taking during departmental and committee meetings, departmental budget tracking, reporting, financial payment processing, invoice creation and human resources administration
  • Assisting with Conversion Communication Plan for new incoming international students from the point they receive an offer to when they arrive in Canada
  • Providing support to new and continuing students in various ways including provision of letters and study permit tracking
  • Handing front-counter reception and general inquiries from international and domestic students when required
Position Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a 2 year diploma and at least two years of prior related work experience with international programs in a post-secondary environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. 
Proven administrative skills required, including :
  • Excellent computer applications 
  • Communication 
  • Organizational skills 
  • Record keeping 
  • Filing 
  • Telephone skills

Cultural sensitivity, as well as the ability to exercise independent judgment and to maintain effective working relationships within the University community, is essential. 
Other preferred skills include professionalism, initiative, rapport building, patience, flexibility, and customer service skills. The ability to speak other languages is an asset.
The ideal candidate will also have experience in a post-secondary environment, and familiarity with University of Lethbridge programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Banner Finance and Student Information Systems.
Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $4,017.00 - $4,469.00 monthly
Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) $4,017.00 - $4,921.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 8)
Campus Lethbridge
Employment Group AUPE
Position Category

Posting Detail Information


Open Date 04/12/2024
Close Date 04/26/2024
Open Until Filled
Desired Start Date 05/06/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Equity
The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.
The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.