Administrative Assistant - Senior GOA Experience Required
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- Edmonton, AB
- Temporaire
- Temps-plein
Type: Contract | Full-Time
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:15 AM - 4:30 PM (1-hour lunch)
Contract Term: Up to 12 monthsAbout the OpportunityOur client, the Government of Alberta, is seeking experienced Senior Administrative Assistants to support the administration of provincial child care grant funding programs. This role is responsible for ensuring financial accountability, assessing grant eligibility, and supporting compliance with applicable legislation, policies, and program guidelines. Training will be conducted onsite in Edmonton, with the position transitioning to remote work following successful completion of training.TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH THE GOA WITHIN THE CHILDCARE/EDUCATION MINISTRY.Key Responsibilities
- Assess, evaluate, and recommend grant funding for licensed child care programs under provincial child care grant initiatives
- Determine eligibility and ensure grant recipients meet all funding conditions, legislation, and Ministerial policy requirements
- Communicate funding decisions and compliance requirements clearly and professionally to grant recipients
- Identify service delivery, funding, or payment issues and provide recommendations for resolution to management
- Manage and respond to grant-related complaints from child care providers, early childhood educators, and Alberta families
- Review complaints, request and analyze supporting documentation, and assist with investigation and resolution processes
- Escalate or refer matters as required in consultation with senior program staff
- Contribute to operational planning and support a professional, collaborative team environment
- Delegate administrative tasks to support staff as required
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Minimum 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Minimum 6 months of direct experience working with Alberta child Care Grant Funding programs
- Minimum 6 months of experience using Government of Alberta systems, specifically the Child Care Licensing Portal and the Child Care Information System (CCIS)
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a comparable senior administrative or program support role, with responsibilities aligned to grant administration, program coordination, or financial accountability
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both written and verbal
- Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Post-secondary education in Office Administration or a related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience engaging directly with business or government clients
- Minimum 2 years of experience in research, analysis, and problem-solving
- Minimum 3 years of experience using Microsoft Office Suite
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a role similar to this position
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to learn quickly and troubleshoot issues
- Strong organizational and computer skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Standard criminal record check required prior to commencement of services