Administrative Assistant Director Procurement

Administrative Assistant to the Director Procurement

Legislative Services - Procurement

Status: Regular Full Time

Salary Range: $71549 - $89436 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

Hiring Range: $71549 - $80493 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits)

Work mode: Hybrid* see below for more details about this work mode

Location:10 Peel Centre Drive Brampton

Hours of work:35 hours per week

What you will do in this role:

• Monitor electronic inbox to and from the Directors office
• Organize and maintain the Directors schedule including meetings and activities in response to requests from the Director and other internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare distribute and manage agendas and meeting materials; record minutes and action items and ensure timely follow-up
• Stay informed of current issues and initiatives within the division to support effective decision-making
• Organize file systems in SharePoint prioritizing organizing and scheduling appointments meetings deadlines etc.
• Maintain Divisional policies and procedures ensure the completion of annual updates and upload to central SharePoint folder
• Determine type and complete document execution forms and routing to obtain appropriate signatures for agreements.
• Prepare and coordinate documents for DocuSign
• P-Card reconciliation as per Regional policy for Administrative Assistant and Directors P-Card
• Reconcile computer inventory and cell-phones.
• Arrange travel and accommodation requirements for Director and staff attendances at conferences/ training including budget reconcilliation
• Provide coverage and coordination with the Administrative Assistants in Legislative Services
• Ensure divisional orientation presentations are updated semi-annually and organization charts are current
• Ensure divisional staff and management telephone and distribution lists are current
• Ensure timely and sensitive paperwork is processed in an efficient manner; actively managing a follow-up system to ensure work proceeds in a smooth manner
• Maintain the divisional Position Management database (team restructuring transfers new hires inactive and contract positions)
• Receive and respond to emails stakeholder requests from Councillers vendors and other external stakeholders accurately documenting information or directing inquiries to the appropriate area within the organization.
• Maintain Council report agenda items assist with eScribe approval routing
• Prepare a variety of correspondence reports and documents including drafting original materials for the Directors review and signature
• Develop presentation materials including slides spreadsheets and other supporting documentation
• Support special projects and perform other related duties within the scope of the position as required

What the role requires:

• A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted)
• Successful completion of a post-secondary secretarial or administrative assistant program plus a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced MS Office applications especially MS Word Excel PowerPoint Visio SharePoint and OneDrive and SAP Success Factors
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong writing skills
• Proven ability to problem-solve and be proactive
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion through continuous development modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias

Nice to have:

• Previous experience working for a manager director or executive level position
• Public sector experience would be considered an asset

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

• Comprehensive Health Dental Vision benefit plan including psychological health effective start date
• Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan (where applicable)
• Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
• 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
• Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
• Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
• Access to tuition reimbursement (where applicable) and learning and development resources

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Work Mode & Job Location: Hybrid; at 10 Peel Centre Drive Brampton

In this role youll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.

Its important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that were compliant with all regulations and policies.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video technology

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Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200000 businesses.

Were working to create a community that is safe inclusive and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6700 strong and since 1974 weve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services health programs long-term care and services for seniors child care support garbage collection and recycling waste water and water treatment road maintenance financial assistance and housing support.

Recognized by Canadas Healthy Workplace Month with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity practices inclusion recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together its impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You wont find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request. If you require accommodation please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact

Please be advised Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicants responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e. testing bookings interview dates) it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.