Description
CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.
THE ROLEAs an Administrative Assistant in the Fitness, Sport and Recreation facility, you will deliver administrative services such as research, data entry and compilation, record keeping, creating presentations and reports, photocopying and editing, proofreading and finalizing correspondence. You will manage travel arrangements, travel claims, and expense reports. You will prepare information for conferences and meetings, maintain minutes and follow-up action items. This is a hands-on role, with lots of interaction with colleagues throughout the organization as well as interacting and providing reception services and general information to clients. The Administrative Assistant, Fitness, Sport and Recreation performs bookkeeping tasks such as preparing, tracking and paying invoices, and processing of public accounts.
If you are passionate about fitness, sport and recreation and thrive in a culture that is dedicated to exceeding client expectations, this is the opportunity for you.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and Licenses
College diploma or certificate in Business Administration, Recreation Management or a related field AND some years of experience in business administration, or a related field.
OR
High school diploma AND some experience or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered.
Experience
In office administration
In bookkeeping
In scheduling and making travel arrangements
In the preparation of reports
In providing customer service
In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish Essential / Bilingual (English and French) an asset
Reading: Functional
Writing: Functional
Oral: Functional
BENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
OTHER INFORMATIONThis is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
START DATE30 December 2024 - 04 May 2025
INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. Workplace accommodation measures are available to all candidates identifying a need during the selection process.