Job Description

Position #: 194111

Expected Start Date: October 01, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Director Office - Pharmacy Rural

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: October 01, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Administrative Assistant is accountable to provide confidential administrative support to the Directors they are assigned to. This position supports, and contributes to, processes and practices to ensure the efficient operation of the portfolio(s), through accurate, timely and efficient execution of confidential administrative support functions for Directors. The incumbent works closely, in a collaborative and cooperative manner, with all members of the administrative team to assist in accomplishing the Saskatchewan Health Authority's objectives. The incumbent co-ordinates workflow with other administration support staff and, in their absence, may provide support services as requested.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience working in a senior administrative assistant-type role

Education

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by a recognized business course

Competencies

• Interpersonal skills
• Planning skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Computer skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to make timely and accurate decision making
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, scheduling & training platforms
• Ability to work collegially, collaboratively and build positive relationships
• Commitment to a diverse, culturally competent, culturally safe work environment
• Excellent proficiency in editing material for clarity, accuracy and conciseness
• Ability to adapt to frequent change and work under pressure
• Have high degree of initiative, ingenuity & can work with little/no supervision
• Working knowledge of SHA governance/org structure/relationships
• Can maintain confidentiality including confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
• Knowledge & experience in minute taking & synthesizing information

Other Information

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.