Administrative Assistant
Mississauga - Canada
Job Summary
Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations Inuit and Métis) persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
* The Employment Equity Act which is under review uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.
Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.
City:Mississauga
OrganizationalUnit:Clean Energy Innovation
Classification:AD-3
Tenure:Continuing
Language Requirements:English
Work arrangements:
- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).
At the NRC we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.
Discover the possible
Anything is possible at the NRC named in 2025 one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!
As Canadas largest research and innovation organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.
At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.
The role
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to support our Clean Energy Innovation Research Centre. The Administrative Assistant would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.
At the Clean Energy Innovation Research Centre we create green and sustainable technologies for clean energy resource extraction and environmental protection essential to strengthen and support Canadas future clean economy.
The selected candidate provides general administrative support. Some of the duties of the position may include: coordinating meetings (including events and seminars); making and revising travel arrangements; preparing correspondence reports and presentations; establishing and maintaining filing and signing systems and responding to general enquiries. Other duties associated with research environments may include shipping and receiving procurement being a badge coordinator time coordinator Non-Salaried Worker coordinator or publications administrator.
The Administrative Assistant is an integral part of the machinery that enables the NRC to do what we do!
Interested
We invite you to submit your candidacy to join and contribute to our team!
Screening criteria
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:
Education
Successful completion of secondary school according to provincial standards.
Post-secondary education in administration may be considered an asset.
For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency
Experience
- Experience providing administrative support services such as calendar management arranging meetings making travel arrangements processing travel claims creating and maintaining files or data entry;
- Experience with MS Office suite products such as Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook;
- Experience in purchasing and/or procurement considered an asset; and
- Experience using the SAP system considered an asset.
Condition of employment
Reliability Status
For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.
Language requirements
Assessment criteria
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
Technical competencies
- Knowledge of office administration procedures and practices such as calendar management; arranging meetings; making travel arrangements; processing travel claims and preparing correspondence considered a strong asset;
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities on a daily basis;
- Ability to provide information explain processes and respond to queries;
- Ability to demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail;
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint); and
- Ability to draft memos and correspondence considered anasset.
Behavioural competencies
- Management services - Client focus (Level 2)
- Management services - Communication (Level 1)
- Management services - Initiative (Level 1)
- Management services - Results orientation (Level 1)
- Management services - Teamwork (Level 1)
Competency Profile(s)
For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): Management Services;
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Compensation
From $49665to $65854 per annum.
NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
Notes
- In 2025 the NRC was chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People a National Capital Region Top Employerand Forbes Canadas Best Employer.
- Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
- A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
- Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
- The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
- We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please direct your questions with therequisition number (25254) to:
Telephone:
Closing Date: 18 May 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time
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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) works to keep energy moving safely across the country. We review energy development projects and share energy information, all while enforcing some of the strictest safety and environmental standards in the world.