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Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented, organized individual who thrives in a challenging role? If so, consider one of these exceptional Full-time, Temporary, 12 months vacancy opportunity with the IDS Transit Expansion Division within the City of Toronto. You will work in a senior-management environment where your executive-level administrative skills will be relied upon daily to deliver top quality support in a fast-paced and complex municipal government setting. Your excellent communication skills, combined with your customer service focus, diplomacy and tact, will ensure you are a valued member of the team that is responsible for the provision of centralized administrative support to the Transit Expansion Division.
 
The City of Toronto promotes professional development and is committed to providing opportunities to lead, learn and grow. We value integrity, reliability, and fairness, and we embrace the diversity of the people we work with and serve.
 

Major Responsibilities:
Your primary responsibilities as an Administrative Assistant 1 will focus on providing support to senior leadership on key corporate initiatives, governance, Council/Committee agenda management and protocol, as well as the interpretation or application of corporate / service area policies and procedures.  In doing so, you will assist with the day-to-day management, operations and coordination of complex projects and programs in the Transit Expansion Division, Infrastructure Services.
 
Office Administration

• Provides senior level administrative support, advice and guidance on key initiatives and policies. Reviews and directs incoming correspondence, telephone calls and initiates responses.
• Manages and schedules daily appointments and activities; arranges meetings and business travel. Recognizes priorities and organizes the daily schedule accordingly.
• Coordinates daily administrative operation by organizing workload priorities. Provides effective work direction, training and guidance and acts as a resource to support staff as required.
• Manages, prioritizes and/or redirects inquires and/or provides information and guidance to staff, clients, the public, the media, agencies, union representatives and other levels of government, utilizing specialized knowledge of corporate policies, regulations, and protocols.
• Ensures and checks the efficient and correct preparation and processing of documents in accordance with appropriate policies and legislation. Ensures conformity with regulations, statutes, by-laws, agreements, policies, and procedures. Applies and checks layout and formatting guidelines. Proofreads own and others material.
• Performs highly independent, specialized administrative tasks, including preparation, research, investigation, review, reconciliation, control and co-ordination of various documentation and processes.
• Maintains strict confidentiality at all times. Coordinates meetings, special events, schedules, workshops, grievances, labour-management meetings, food services, and staff attendance at conferences.
• Prepares agendas, takes/transcribes minutes and follows-up on action required.
• Operates computers utilizing and manipulating a variety of desktop applications and corporate systems. Prepares presentation material on various software, including  Office 365 and in particular SharePoint.
• Organizes and maintains up to date manuals such as Council and corporate administrative policies and guidelines.
• Maintains continuous awareness of the City operations, administrative policies and procedures. Monitors administrative processes of the office to ensure adherence to relevant City policies and efficient operations.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of secretarial and administrative standards and procedures.
• Attends various meetings, events, and acts as the unit representative when required.
• Promotes and delivers excellent customer service.
• May manage special projects.

 
Human Resources and Financial Management

• Checks and ensures the preparation of the recruitment and organizational change documents are in accordance with Corporate and service area policies.
• Maintains staffing and recruitment information and documentation.
• Prepares and processes documents of a confidential labour relations nature, such as notes regarding disciplinary action, documents pertaining to grievances and arbitration, letters of discipline, contingency planning, position termination, restructuring and downsizing initiatives.
• Manages petty cash, and coordinates the submission of petty cash reimbursements, supplier payments and other administrative matters for the office.
• Monitors, tracks, and reports attendance.
   

Communications and Issues Management

• Receives and provides initial response including initial data collection related to telephone calls, email and correspondence from the general public and staff and refers for appropriate action.
• Responds to, and helps resolve, issues raised by staff, internal and external stakeholders, and the public.
• Receives Fraud and Waste, Ombudsman, Auditor General, Internal Audit and other matters on behalf of the Office and refers to the appropriate Section or Unit for Action. Monitors and tracks responses.
• Coordinates tier one responses to enquiries about Freedom of Information and protection of personal privacy from Members of Council, the Information and Privacy Commission, the media, senior City staff and the public.
• Prepares and co-ordinates communication material within the Division, including newsletters, bulletins, notices, and flyers.
   

Council and Committee Agenda Management

• Monitors all key reports required for committees and council and ensures deadlines are met.
• Annotates and reviews Council agendas and flags items that will impact on Division operations. Identifies issues and initiates responses.
• Maintains awareness of municipal matters while acting with discretion on all confidential matters.
   

Reporting and Record-Keeping

• Administers, prepares, processes, and composes documents, routine reports, statistical summaries and reports requiring considerable judgement in the interpretation and application of regulations and practices. Prepares complex calculations and analysis of data. Monitors expenses and participates in compiling data for forecasting and budgeting. Prepares correspondence.
• Coordinates all reports and administrative information, monthly work plan updates and corporate responsibilities including Human Resources, Health and Safety and prepares the documentation to meet legislative requirements in alignment with established policies and procedures.
• Develops, operates and maintains an effective record/retrieval system for the office.
   

Key Qualifications

1. Considerable experience providing administrative support to senior management, managing a broad range of administrative matters, standard office practices and procedures.
2. Considerable experience in planning and organizing appointments, meetings, conferences, and special events in a fast-paced environment, including the preparation of meeting minutes and identifying items for follow-up.
3. Considerable experience in the preparation and drafting of standard correspondence and reports, editing the layout and formatting of complex reports, presentations, correspondence, charts and tables.
4. Considerable experience preparing agendas, taking minutes at meetings, and identifying items for follow up.
5. Extensive experience utilizing a variety of software packages (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Office 365 etc.).
6. Experience working with confidential materials/information for senior management staff.
7. Experience annotating and/or summarizing complex data, reports, briefing notes and/or committee/council reports.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
9. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage interruptions, to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the Division.
10. Excellent organizational and time management skills, including attention to detail, ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision, deal with conflicting priorities and work demands.
11. Considerable knowledge of municipal operations that may include but is not limited to council proceedings and Freedom of Information.
12. Ability to work independently, in a politically sensitive environment, using sound judgement.
13. Ability to provide work direction to other support staff.
14. Ability to research and prepare information in a timely manner.
15. Ability to implement effective administrative work procedures and maintain an organized office in a fast-paced and complex executive office.
16. Highly developed customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to deliver excellent customer service at all levels and with external partners and stakeholders.
17. Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. A strong command of grammar and writing skills for the purpose of proof reading and editing.
18. Ability to work beyond normal business hours and flexible hours including weekends and evenings when necessary.
19. Must be resourceful, adaptable and possess a high degree of initiative.
20. Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

The City of Toronto’s Fire Services Division has two opportunities available as an Administrative Assistant 3 (AA3). These positions report to the respective Divisions Chiefs and provide a variety of administrative and program related duties.

AA3 for Fire Services Community Risk Reduction Section:

Reporting to and supporting the Division Chiefs of the Inspections and Enforcement Unit and the Public Education Unit, the incumbent will provide a variety of administrative and program related functions in a high volume and time sensitive work environment. In addition to the responsibilities set out below, the Administrative Assistant 3 will be responsible for managing and overseeing multiple email inboxes at one time, assimilating high volumes of information and determining appropriate action.

AA3 for Fire Services Administrative Services Section: 

Reporting to and supporting the Division Chief, Staff Services, the incumbent in this position will provide a variety of administrative duties, including preparing confidential correspondence and documents, such as grievance responses, disciplinary letters and other employment related documents; coordinating appointments and meetings, such as investigative interviews, Step 2 grievance hearings, and other meetings when required; compiling and preparing materials and agenda for meetings and taking and transcribing minutes of meetings; organizing and assisting in the preparation and dissemination of materials such as information related to grievances and arbitrations; preparing a variety of monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well as ad hoc reports; managing email boxes and providing support to other Staff Services team members when requested.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares and processes a variety of documents including statements, forms, legal documents, manuals, statistical summaries and reports requiring the assessment and analysis of manual or computerized data, and other documents utilizing various software packages.
• Prepares and types correspondence including documents that are confidential in nature, such as disciplinary letters, grievance responses, offer letters, employment related legal opinions relating to employment law and promotional examinations when required.
• Drafts routine correspondence.
• Maintains and manages fire information databases.
• Exercises caution and discretion with labour relations, personnel, legal proceedings dealing with employment issues and other confidential information.
• Organizes and assists in the preparation of grievances and arbitration documentation.
• Compiles material, prepares agenda and takes and transcribes minutes of meetings, as required.
• Assists with promotional competitions including briefs and presentation materials
• Monitors, tracks and reports on attendance management.
• Inputs and maintains staffing attendance program.
• Coordinates travel arrangements and completes expense documentation for conferences/seminars. Handles the scheduling of meetings and appointments for the Divisions Chiefs as well as reviewing their calendars, to ensure it is up to date. 
• Proof reads outgoing documents and correspondence.
• Ensures required documentation is distributed to appropriate personnel.
• Prepares a variety of monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well as ad hoc reports.
• Maintains hard and soft filing and retrieval systems for various records/documents.
• Assists with budget administration and maintains and processes accounts receivable for the organizational unit.
• Manages projects as assigned by the Division Chiefs.
• Researches and provides information, including in response to enquiries/complaints and exchanges information with all levels of staff, elected officials, the public, government agencies or private companies and records detailed messages.
• Opens, reviews and distributes incoming mail and follows up on responses.
• Operates various office equipment and computers utilizing a variety of desktop applications and corporate systems. Utilizes layout, formatting and keyboarding skills.
• Maintains supplies for the unit. Orders and checks the delivery of office equipment, supplies, publications, etc. and maintains same. May provide work direction and training to clerical employees.
• Ensures work is undertaken in a manner that complies with and supports City compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), other relevant codes and regulations and City policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

1. Considerable experience in the performance of secretarial and administrative support duties to management, handling a broad range of administrative matters, standard office practices and procedures.
2. Considerable experience in the preparation and drafting of standard correspondence and reports, editing the layout and formatting of complex reports, correspondence, charts, tables and statements.
3. Considerable experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
4. Experience in setting up meetings with all levels of staff, elected officials, other levels of government and the public as well as taking and transcribing meeting minutes.
5. Advanced knowledge of layout and formatting complex reports, correspondence, charts and tables.
6. Highly developed customer service and interpersonal skills and proven ability to deal with people in difficult situations.
7. Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion in dealing with confidential operational matters and with management staff.
8. Ability to work independently with a minimum supervision, take initiative and know when to seek counsel and advice.
9. Ability to prioritize work schedule, complete assigned duties with timelines, handle multiple projects and priorities and work in a team environment.
10. Good knowledge of municipal operations, Council proceedings, departmental and political issues.
11. Must be flexible to work long hours in peak periods and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required.
12. Ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity and respectful workplaces.

What You’ll Do:

• Support our Managing Director, providing top-notch administrative assistance, anticipating needs, ensuring seamless workflow, overseeing schedule throughout the day, preparing for meetings in advance, coordinating travel, calendars, and delivering overall support for all agency and business needs
• Support with time entry, expense reports, arranging appointments, meetings, conference calls, coordinating and confirming any materials and logistics
• Be the point person for office related questions and requests, effectively communicating with executives, leaders, clients, and team members across the organization
• Serve as go-to for office meetings: Plan, coordinate, and execute logistics (conference rooms, catering, agendas, materials, etc.)
• Own corporate travel: Arrange booking, transportation, flights and lodging, meeting coordination and accommodations, providing detailed itineraries, contact lists, and agendas.
• Daily office management: Serve as a resource for coordinating, managing, and implementing needs throughout the office, including ordering supplies and equipment, partnering with HR on new hire onboarding and IT to prepare for first day arrivals, replenishing snacks, and supplies, ensuring office area is neat and organized
• Welcome new hires, guests, clients, visitors, and staff, ensuring all feel welcomed and supported, owning our guest experience. Assign key cards, parking validations for visitors, and respond to all requests in a timely manner
• Partner with building and facilities management to maintain office, kitchen, common areas, and equipment
• Maintain knowledge of ongoing office projects and priorities, to provide support, guidance, and assistance as needed, giving appropriate prioritization to teams
• Handle business, company, and personnel details of highly confidential nature, and engage with high level contacts inside and outside the company

Support Day to Day Agency Operations

We are looking for a administrative assistant that will help our team to operate with excellence. As our team grows, responsibilities of this role will evolve. The day-to-day support will include (but not be limited to):

• Provide ongoing support to our team
• Coordinate office calendars for boardroom, employee vacations, client meetings and other holidays
• Coordinate weekly staff update, collecting contributions from the team
• Coordinate all in-office staff meetings with set-up/ clean-up, catering, equipment, etc.
• Maintain office wide aliases, contact list, org charts, office guides, etc.
• Coordinate travel, timesheets, and expense reports for senior staff
• Support monthly staff utilization and resource reporting
• Coordinate meetings, including beverage/food, catering, staff / client meeting needs, printed materials, etc. (in-office and remote)
• Assist with new hire prep (welcome email, gift, ship branded swag) and onboarding
• Support the Culture Club with planning staff events and activities
• Coordinate staff anniversaries, birthdays, etc.
• Coordinate and maintain inventory cupboard, ongoing clean-up and organization
• Work with building management to maintain office space, parking spaces, etc.
• Keep kitchen and shared spaces organized and clean
• Coordinate kitchen inventory including drinks and snacks for staff and clients

Partner with Finance Team to:

• Provide ongoing support to our finance team
• Take part in all required trainings and ongoing maintenance of systems and tools
• Routinely train and provide assistance to our team on vendor relations
• Coordinate vendor set-up, opening POs, client invoicing
• Process office invoices in a timely manner, follow-ups where required, Coordinate account and agency trackers
• Order office supplies and Coordinate office budget
• Coordinate Monthly Corporate Account Reconciliation Reports for the purchases made on the American Express cards (for managing director and senior staff)
• Maintain list of monetary gifts to employees for quarterly Taxable Fringe Benefits Report
• Coordinate all agency subscriptions and payments
• Coordinate vendor contracts and liaise with legal, finance
• Maintain/Purchase branded merchandise

What You Have

• A positive, “go all in” demeanor with an aim to help our entire team operate with excellence
• Proven experience as an Office Manager, Front office Coordinator or Administrative / Executive assistant
• Knowledge of office administrator responsibilities, systems, and procedures
• Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Word, in particular)
• Proficiency in time entry systems, such as Fiori is preferred
• Hands on experience with office machines (e.g., scanners and printers)
• Familiarity with email scheduling tools, outlook mail calendar
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Strong organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment
• Expertise with Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office programs required
• Strong attention to detail, following through on projects and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Extensive meeting coordination, event planning, corporate travel, expense report, administrative and office management experience
• Superb coordination and time management expertise, with high level of interpersonal skills to work efficiently and effectively across the office and agency
• Proficient in MS Office, especially strong PowerPoint skills, with advanced computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• A self-starter, with a strong work ethic, highly professional, with the ability to be adaptable, credible, strategic, and diplomatic
• Can handle various projects, meet tight deadlines, respond in a timely manner, and adapt to changing needs
• Excellent communication, coordination, organizational, and collaboration skills
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment

What is the opportunity?

RBC Dominion Securities is Canada’s leading full-service investment and wealth management firm and is backed by Canada’s leading financial institution. We take pride in hiring and nurturing talented individuals who share our commitment to helping our clients build and preserve their wealth so they can achieve the goals that matter most to them.

The RBC Dominion Securities Inc. (“RBC DS”) Branch located in Toronto is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join the Ascendant Wealth Partners team.  You will provide quality client service and help deepen relationships with existing clients through ongoing, efficient support to both clients and the Investment Advisors.
For more information, please visit: https://ca.rbcwealthmanagement.com/web/ascendant.wealth

By providing ongoing, exceptional service and support to our clients and our Advisor team, you will help our team deepen existing relationships and welcome new clients to the firm. Offering efficient internal support, you will be invaluable in ensuring the Advisory team functions fluidly and that each member receives the assistance they need to perform at their best.

What will you do?

• Assist the Advisor team with client onboarding.

• Coordinate and prepare meetings for Advisors with their clients/prospects.

• Provide proactive client service with a focus on problem resolution and attention to details. Liaise with various departments for execution, where necessary.

• Respond to client inquiries (account transactions, requests account documentation, account reporting, etc.).

• Help manage incoming communications from clients, Advisors and other internal and external partners.

• Maintain existing client accounts and identify opportunities to contact clients: manage timelines and key dates for accounts

• Ensure accurate and timely updates of all necessary documentation in compliance with internal controls and industry regulatory requirements. Maintain complete and up-to-date client files within appropriate systems.

• Help update team’s communication channels: websites, LinkedIn, Facebook, brochures, newsletters.

What do you need to succeed?

Must Have

• At least 2 years administrative experience

• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills

• High level of time management and organization skills

• Demonstrated skills in providing world-class client service that will come across as professional, warm, and friendly to our clients

• Willingness to complete the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct & Practices Handbook (CPH)

Nice to Have

• Completion of the Canadian Securities Course (CSC) and Conduct & Practices Handbook (CPH)

• Knowledge of RBC Dominion Securities’ systems and procedures

• Experience in the securities industry is an asset

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, to think progressively to keep growing, and to work together to deliver trusted advice that will ultimately help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other and collectively work hard to reach our potential, make a difference to our communities, and achieve success that is mutual. You will also benefit from:

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities

• An opportunity to make a difference and have a lasting impact on the lives of others

• The chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• A world-class training program in financial services

Job Skills

Customer Service, Data Entry, Data Gathering Analysis, Desktop Tools, Interpersonal Relationships, Knowledge Organization, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management, Word Processing Software

Additional Job Details

45 ST CLAIR AVE W:TORONTO

TORONTO

Canada

37.5

Full time

Wealth Management

Regular

Salaried

2024-02-20

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the bilinguality
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Candidates don’t need experience although having experience is an asset.
Computer and Technology Knowledge: Candidates must have knowledge of Electronic scheduler, Accounting software, Human resources software, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Word, MS Windows and MS Outlook

Physical Requirements:

• The candidate should be able to work in a Fast-paced environment
• The candidate should be able to work under pressure
• The candidate should be able to maintain tight deadlines
• The candidate should be able to perform repetitive tasks
• The candidate should be able to pay attention to details

Other Requirements:

• The candidate should have an excellent oral communication
• The candidate should have an excellent written communication
• The candidate should be able to work in a flexible environment
• The candidate should be able to multitask
• The candidate should be able to work in an organized way
• The candidate should be a team player
• The candidate should have accuracy
• The candidate should be able to work with being focused on the client
• The candidate should be someone who can be relied on
• The candidate should have an effective interpersonal skills
• The candidate should be someone who can be depended on
• The candidate should be someone who can judge the situation
• The candidate should be someone who has values and ethics

Responsibilities:

• The candidate should be able to arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc.
• The candidate should be able to record and prepare minutes of meetings, seminars and conferences
• The candidate should be able to determine and establish office procedures and routines
• The candidate should be able to schedule and confirm appointments
• The candidate should be able to answer electronic enquiries
• The candidate should be able to compile data, statistics and other information
• The candidate should be able to order office supplies and maintain inventory
• The candidate should be able to arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• The candidate should be able to open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information
• The candidate should be able to set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems
• The candidate should be able to type and proofread correspondence, forms and other documents
• The candidate should be able to provide clients with information
• The candidate should be able to verify accuracy and completeness of data

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer by sending an email (along with your resume) through below mentioned details. Also be prepared for the screening questions.

By Email:
[email protected]

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?

The Client Administration Officer provides back-office support to our Dynamic Funds clients through researching and resolving trade requests.

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Maintain a high level of service to clients by ensuring the client’s requests are processed accurately and efficiently
• Sort, scan, and index incoming mail
• Process financial & non-financial mutual fund transactions
• Place outbound calls to resolve issues
• Respond to escalated calls from clients and provide appropriate resolution and knowledge
• Investigate and track system issue and develop workarounds/solutions
• Work with the leader to define and enhance procedures
• Proactively work with the team to provide solutions to problems and potential issues
• Improve service levels by continually reviewing process/procedures and identifying opportunities for enhancements
• Participate in special projects/assignments and perform other duties as required

The Must Haves:

• Completed post-secondary education
• A minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in a client service or back-office environment
• Knowledge of industry databases (i.e., iFAST, AWD)
• Knowledge of the mutual fund industry & products (funds, account characteristics, industry knowledge)
• Canadian Investment Funds Course is an asset
• Fluent in English and French is an asset

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if you have:

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective verbal & written communication skills
• An ability to prioritize & organize incoming work
• Excellent time management skills
• An ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• An ability to multi-task
• An ability to meet and maintain specified minimum productivity and quality standards
• The ability to maintain good call efficiency while maintaining quality client service

This posting will expire on February 8th.

What You'd Do:

• Articulate insights in a logical flow in order to deliver a compelling and enlightening story to client.

• Demonstrate strong analytical and strategic skills to help solve clients’ business problems.

• Stay abreast of the competitive landscape and category innovations, identifying opportunities for the brands.

• Evaluate communication opportunities and provide sound feedback and/or recommendations, as appropriate.

• Facilitating brainstorms, workshops and ideation sessions that drive greater creativity and innovation.

• Direct the strategic development of client presentations and other important communication; delivering clear, compelling and persuasive communications to all stakeholders.

• Building channel strategies (ensuring ideas are translated to consumer behavior on each media channel)

• Communications planning, Translating quarterly objectives into actionable briefs for creative and media teams

• Creative briefs for product Campaigns, Messaging Tests, category initiatives

• Build and maintain deep client relationships

• Ongoing collaboration with cross-functional team to develop all work

What You've Got:

• 4-7 years strategically building brands working for Fortune 500 clients

• Experience understanding the intersection of business strategy, consumer insights, and media

• Strong leadership experience and recognized for their ability to balance getting team buy-in with driving the business (must be able to balance doing the work while also ensuring the cross-functional team has a voice in the process)

• Ability to review research and content performance, and independently be able to dive into research tools to interpret insights.

• Ability to interact with and influence people of an organization, fostering strong cross-functional teamwork and collaborative results

• Understanding of all media channels, with knowledge of platform best practices and media capabilities

• Self-motivated and demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities, discerning a clear path forward and acting upon them swiftly

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Payable processing (approx. 25% time spent):
2. Verify accuracy of invoices including applicable sales taxes and communicate any discrepancies.
3. Enter invoices and employee expenses into Oracle Accounts Payable System.
4. Validate vendor statements and inquiries, investigates discrepancies.

1. Benefits administration (approx. 25% time spent): 
2. process disability claims
3. process changes to coverage and new additions/terminations.
4. generate and make changes to monthly billing for Accident Insurance through RBC Insurance.
5. communicate with division payroll administrators regarding company top-up and optional insurance payments, as well as advances and repayments to be processed under the collective agreement for disability leaves.
6. communicate with union on issues if needed.
7. process quarterly optional insurance lists and perform audit to ensure payroll deduction and benefit premiums are in line.

1. Payroll entries (approx. 25% time spent):
   1. review weekly schedule provided and enter scheduled shifts into payroll
   2. compare daily attendance sheets against schedule and make changes accordingly
   3. review all entered time matched billable and non-billable hours per schedule
   4. ensure all premiums are added accordingly based on union rules

1. Other support duties include (approx. 25% of time spent):
2. WSIB claims are processed quickly and corporate/divisional procedures are followed throughout the division.  Communicates with Human Resources Corporate Division with work-related injuries, as needed, and submits copies of the WSIB paperwork, to Human Resources Corporate Division.
3. Responsible for checking uniform orders from other sites, and ordering as needed, as well as working with supervisors and suppliers to correct any problems.  Responsible for setting up and maintaining voucher program through uniform vendor and checking/verifying invoices.
4. Responsible for understanding the collective agreements and applying the appropriate sections as related to the job functions of the position.
5. Responsible to remain up to date on payroll and collective agreement to remain as back-up to payroll administrators if they go off on leave.
6. Work with General Manager to update procedures as needed, such as hiring procedure, Sick & Accident and WSIB procedures.
7. Provide additional human resources services as required by the General Manager of the division.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business, related field required.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience in payroll administration or benefits administration is an asset
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft office (Word/Excel) 
• Working knowledge of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB)
• Must possess excellent communication (both oral and written) and people skills to work with internal and external clients.
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
• Excellent planning, organizing, and project coordination skills coupled with a high attention to deal as well as the ability to meet deadlines.
• Must have a strong ability to effectively problem solve, along with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Please note that this is an open posting for temporary administrative opportunities that may arise. Your application will be kept on file for up to three (3) months and you may be contacted if an opportunity matching your qualifications arises.

Responsibilities may include:

• General office support including receiving and responding to requests and inquiries, screening and directing telephone calls, shipping and receiving, distributing mail and courier packages, photocopying, maintaining office supplies
• Filing of branch documents and maintaining information in accordance with the Corporate Records Management Program
• Process financial transactions for City services and programs, perform various related cash control and reconciliation functions
• Prepare, edit and format a variety of documents while ensuring that the Corporation’s accessibility standards are met
• Maintain and update databases and worksheets
• Process invoices and create purchase requisitions
• Arrange meetings, facility bookings and registrations, meeting minute preparation
• Performing other administrative duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills of generally accepted administrative practices and procedures normally associated with an Office Administration College Certificate, plus one (1) year of relevant administrative and customer service experience; or have the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated customer service experience along with effective conflict resolution and communication skills to deal effectively and courteously with the public and staff
• An ability to respond to inquiries by telephone, in person and in writing
• Established computer skills and experience in related software applications (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, quickly and competently with frequent interruptions in a multi-task environment
• Possess a willing and co-operative attitude and have the ability to maintain the confidentiality of information, exercise judgement and tact in dealing with sensitive matters and responding to inquiries
• Personal qualities of maturity and reliability are required

Posting End Date: 2024/12/31

Reporting to the Supervisor, Business Planning and Communications or designate, the position coordinates the delivery of arts, music and drama, and other cultural programs at the Arts Resource Centre and other recreational facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and coordinating Arts, Music, Drama and other cultural programs
• Providing supervision and coordination of part-time staff
• Assisting in implementing City of Oshawa community special events
• Providing excellent customer service and support towards community groups
• Assisting in the development of operational budget and assisting in managing approved budget
• Supporting the development of policies and procedures to support arts, culture and heritage program development
• Providing administration and front desk support; and providing supervision of facility and working with Operations staff
• Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage and Trust

Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills normally associated with the completion of a two (2) year college diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Visual and Creative Arts, or related field plus two (2) years’ experience in the Arts, Culture and Heritage programming field, with at least one (1) year of those years being municipal experience
• Knowledge of policies, issues and trends related to arts program development and best practices
• Knowledge of municipal government practices and procedures
• Training and skills in Program Development, Risk Management, Health and Safety, Community Development, and Project Management
• Knowledge of children, youth and adult educational practices, approaches and strategies in instruction, pedagogy, program planning and behavioural management
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal and customer service skills to deal effectively with volunteers, the general public and staff
• Established skills and experience using PC equipment, related software (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite) and IntelliManager or other registration software
• Ability to work independently and possess personal qualities of tact, diplomacy and patience
• Hold a valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate
• Possession and maintenance of a valid unrestricted Ontario Driver's License, minimum Class "G"

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.