Program Assistant
Program Assistant
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29-08-2025
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Job Description
SAITs School for Advanced Digital Technology (SADT) is committed to preparing our students to thrive in the borderless global economy. We offer an exciting range of media and technology programs built on a foundation of applied technology-immersed experiences and enhanced with work-integrated learning opportunities.
How do we make this happen Through a committed school of experts focused on the values of excellence in learning and learners partnerships and collaboration and being flexible and forward thinking. SADT is SAITs boldest transformation to date designed with the future in mind and working closer with industry than ever. Join us as we strive to instigate a new world!
The Opportunity
As a Program Assistant (PA) at SADT you will play a vital role in supporting program operations and enhancing student and faculty success. Reporting to the Manager of Operations the PA provides high level administrative and operational support to Academic Chairs program areas and advising staff. This is an ideal role for a detail-oriented resourceful and service-focused individual who thrives in a fast paced collaborative environment.
The Role
- Program and Administrative Support
- Provide efficient and effective support to Faculty Academic Chairs Associate Deans such as:
- Assist with student related activities such as:
- School-Wide and Operational Support
- Coordinate travel and professional development requests in accordance with SAIT policy including booking and reconciliation of expenses.
- Assist in developing and implementing best practices and processing improvements within the schools operations.
- Collaborate with other administrative team members to ensure consistent service and coverage across SADT programs.
- Health Safety & Environment (HSE) Support
- Work with Operations Manager to maintain HSE documentation and proactively support school level CORE audit requirements.
- Coordinate HSE committee meetings track action items and follow up on compliance requirements.
-manage meetings: scheduling preparing documentation taking minutes
-assist with onboarding new instructors
-complete job requisitions and other HR processes
-research procedures (what to do when X happens)
-support recruiting efforts (info sessions open houses etc.)
-collaborate on faculty schedules/loading o coordinate program advisory committee efforts
-order and distribute course materials and manage inventory for labs and classrooms
-assist with special activities in and out of the classroom including logistics communication and liaising with industry partners
-support data entry and validation of instructor workload information and basic reporting for planning and program quality purposes
-student issues o access for faculty to classroom
-student requests o student-for-a-day o student awards o student accommodations
-student capstones
Qualifications
- Required
- Diploma in Office Business Administration or equivalent education
- Minimum of 24 years experience in an administrative or customer service role.
- Preferred
- Experience in a post-secondary government or digital technology environment.
- Knowledge of SAIT systems (e.g. Banner Argos) and familiarity with scheduling or academic administration.
- Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook Teams SharePoint Planner).
- Ability to manage multiple tasks adapt to shifting priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
Job Classification: Administrative Assistant I
Hours per week: 36.25
Salary Range: $41790- $51498.20
Posting End Date: Sept 1st 2025
About SAIT
SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Albertas Top Employers we offer the chance to work with a purpose preparing the next generation of industry leaders entrepreneurs advocates and explorers.
Building on our 100 year history were looking for innovative bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.
Equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.
At SAIT we understand that experience comes in many forms. Were dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what were looking for please consider applying.
SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.
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