167056 - Casual Administrative Support Worker - Casual

The Public Service Commission is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

The purpose of these positions is to provide administrative support services within various government departments and Health PEI. These positions require a high degree of accuracy as well as a high level of skill in time management, organization and interpersonal abilities. Candidates must be successful in an administrative support testing process.

Duties may include:

• Performing administrative support services with a high degree of accuracy;
• Receiving incoming calls, arranging appointments and making appropriate referrals;
• Performing word processing duties including typing and/or drafting correspondence, reports, memos, letters, etc;
• Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence and telephone calls;
• Performing data entry;
• Maintaining accurate and updated records and file systems;
• Assisting in the preparation of budgets and related documents;
• Other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Applicants must have completed Grade 12 supplemented by a diploma from a recognized Office Studies program.
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, as well as considerable knowledge and skills in Word processing and computer applications.
• Must have typing speed of 40 wpm.
• Must have a good previous attendance and work record;

Other Qualifications:

• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered and asset. 
• The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check prior to beginning employment.

This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.

Notice to all External Applicants- Health Care Workers are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination as per Health PEI’s Covid-19 Immunization and Management Policy. In the event that a new hire is unable to be vaccinated as a result of a medical exemption they will be required to submit supporting documentation to Employee Health / Wellness and Safety.

Note:  Casual employment lists are used to meet staffing needs arising from vacation, sick, and other short-term leaves and will be dependent on the needs of the employer.  Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications, as applicants will be screened based on the information provided.  Applications will be kept on file for one year.  We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8.  Applications may be sent by fax to (902) **3.  IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.  Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms.  You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca.  Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) **0.

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