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Administrative Trainee - Essential Skills Program For Indigenous Youth

Job ID57-00-CC-4D-46-24
CompanyCity Of Toronto
LocationVarious
ProvinceAcross Canada
Date Posted2022-08-11
Posted Until2022-08-21
Job TypeVarious
Job CategoryOffice
Description
Toronto is Canada's largest city, the fourth largest in North America, and home to a diverse population of about 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked one of the world's most livable cities, we are a global centre for business, finance, arts and culture. Join the award-winning Toronto Public Service as an Administration Trainee, providing administrative support and assistance as part of the Essential Skills Program for Indigenous Youth.

The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a position and progressive workforce reflecting the citizens we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

The Essential Skills is a paid, entry level employment opportunity that offers you employability skill building in professional settings across the City Of Toronto. The four month program assists you in developing valuable work skills, providing additional tools and resources that can help you set yourself up for future career success, and creating pathways for employment within the City.

While we encourage applicants from qualified Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit and Metis Youth (between the ages of 18-35).

Please note: the applicant pool from this job posting will be used for Essential Skills Program for Indigenous Youth. These employment opportunities will be in various divisions across the City of Toronto.

Major Responsibilities:
Your primary responsibilities as an Administration Trainee will be varied. Specifically, you will:
Assist with various office functions such as filing, data entry, photocopying, sending faxes etc
Receives/logs data/information received
Collects data for others to analyze and process
Assist with organizing and presenting data collected, may utilize software packages
Inputs/retrieves/updates/maintains data
Assist others with drafting documents, correspondences etc
Assist with financial transactions and makes calculations
Answers inquiries, provides general information, takes messages and directs inquiries to appropriate staff to answer questions/handle requests
Assist with setting up meetings, records and circulates data
Assist with mail/supply collection, inventory, sorting and distribution
Assist with packing, loading, lifting, moving, delivering, setting up, maintaining and unpacking supplies, equipment, furniture etc
Travels to various locations and/or special events to provide assistance
Salary$19.48 - $21.35 Hr 35 Hours Per Week
ExperienceKey Qualifications:
Experience in performing administration or clerical support duties or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience using computer software including Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
Experience providing customer service and responding to inquiries via telephone, email and in person
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Strong organization and time management skills, ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work cooperatively within a team
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in an efficient and diplomatic manner
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team
Ability to provide excellent customer service to clients and members of the public
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential matters
Ability to work under tight time constraints and meet deadlines
Ability to work shifts as assigned, including evenings and weekends
LanguagesEnglish
OtherNotes:
We encourage you to share how your lived experience has informed your approach to work and employment.

All City of Toronto employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the City's Mandatory Vaccination Policy. Candidates will be required to show proof of vaccination during the recruitment process.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City's commitment to employment equity.
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