Seniors and Community Social Services:
The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee acts in the best interest of Albertans who are unable to make personal or financial decisions on their own and administers the property of vulnerable Albertans including represented adults, minor children and deceased persons. We provide services to help all Albertans plan for the future and make the most of today if decision-making support is required. You can be part of helping us to create a province where vulnerable Albertans can maximize their potential and live with dignity. You can be part of helping us make a difference!
To learn more about the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee please visit:
https://www.alberta.ca/office-public-guardian-trustee.aspx
The Administrative Support performs comprehensive services to support the effective administration of the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA), Personal Directives Act (PDA) and the Mental Health Act (MHA) within the designated region of the province. This position is a primary contact between the Clerk of the Court, Court of King’s Bench Surrogate Matters, with respect to various orders granted under the AGTA and has a critical role in ensuring the completeness of diverse applications prior to filing with the court.
The Administrative Support is a foundational piece in our support to court functions as it pertains to guardianship and trusteeship applications. Duties include but are not limited to reviewing applications and court orders to ensure complete documentation, drafting and filing of court orders as well as other required documents in accordance with applicable legislation, policies and guidelines.
In addition to contributing significantly to the development, implementation, and enhancement of associated OPGT processes and procedures, the Administrative Support provides support to the Public Guardian Representatives, administrative and project coordination services essential to the effective and efficient operation of the designated OPGT regional office.
QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma plus two years of administrative experience. Post-secondary education in Office Administration would be an asset. Your education and experience must be supplemented with experience that demonstrates an intermediate knowledge and skill in using Microsoft Office suite, particularly, Excel, MS Word and Outlook. The successful applicant must possess good communication, organization and time management skills, and strong computer skills. Your resume must clearly outline how your administrative experience supports working in a fast-paced environment. Equivalencies of education, training and experience will be considered. Strong client services skills – communication and listening skills including ability to assess needs of applicants and provide information as appropriate.
Equivalencies will be considered on the basis of 1 year of experience for 1 year of education or 1 year of education for 1 year of experience.
This is a temporary position until September 30, 2024 with the possibility of an extension.
Ensure you indicate clearly on your cover letter that you are applying for the Administrative Support position for Seniors, Community & Social Services in St. Paul, JR #44411.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary: $24.22-$29.59 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
