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Administrative Assistant to the Chair Jobs in Calgary, AB at Mount Royal University
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About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.
Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is “Mohkinstsis,” which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.
About the Department of Child Studies and Social Work
The Department of Child Studies and Social Work is home to the Bachelor of Child Studies degree, with both – Child and Youth Care Counsellor and Early Learning and Child Care, as well as the Bachelor of Social Work degree and Social Work diploma, under the Faculty of Health, Community and Education. We are a professional, people-focused faculty rich in diversity and inspired by inclusion. The Faculty and this Department are committed to advancing Indigenization and Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Accessibility.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chair, Child Studies and Social Work this position is accountable for providing executive administrative support to the Chair and department which comprises of approximately 25 full-time faculty and staff and 30 part-time contract faculty. We are looking for a highly organized candidate who works well in an adapting environment and has an exceptional work ethic to fulfill this position which is both collaborative and independent.
This position functions as the lead for daily office operations, managing and coordinating administrative responsibilities and assists in the effective use of the Chair’s calendar and schedule, ensuring timely and effective information flow regarding department business. The Administrative Assistant to the Chair also works closely with Program Coordinators, MRU Scheduling and is a liaison to MRU community and external community. This position requires an understanding of work within university systems, policies and procedures and budgets.
Responsibilities
Act as the central point of administrative organization and communication for the Department Chair
Support the Program Coordinators, faculty and staff, to ensure effective day to day operations
Ensure timelines are provided to Chair for administrative deadlines
Assist with Chair’s calendar, including meeting and committee calendar c…
Title: Administrative Assistant to the Chair
Company: Mount Royal University
Location: Calgary, AB
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