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September 4, 2024
Government of Alberta
Edmonton
OTHER & FULL TIME
Program Assistant
Job Requisition ID: 62347
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Septebmer 15, 2024
Classification: Administrative Support 4E
Ministry: Office of the Child and Youth Advocate
Location: Edmonton
Employment Type: Permanent
Full or Part-time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Salary: $1,808.33 to $2,209.49 bi-weekly ($47,197 to $57,667 annually)
The impact of colonialism continues to adversely affect Indigenous young people, their families, and their communities. Intergenerational trauma, systemic racism, and the legacy of residential schools are experienced by many Indigenous young people, who continue to be overrepresented in the child intervention system. The OCYA is deeply committed to reconciliation, and a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. We are committed to a workplace that welcomes, respects and values the diversity of our employees. We also support them to be actively engaged in the workplace and the work we do to meet the needs of Alberta's young people.
Given the overrepresentation of Indigenous young people in the child intervention and youth justice systems, preference will be given to individuals who self-identify and are known to others as Indigenous or who have had extensive experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities.
Final candidates will be required to undergo security screening. This position is excluded from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees.
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Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.
If you are not able to apply online, to obtain a copy of the full job description, or if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Sandy Simpson at sandy.simpson@ocya.alberta.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Krista Vicen at krista.vicen@ocya.alberta.ca.
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: Septebmer 15, 2024
Job Information
Classification: Administrative Support 4E
Ministry: Office of the Child and Youth Advocate
Location: Edmonton
Employment Type: Permanent
Full or Part-time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Salary: $1,808.33 to $2,209.49 bi-weekly ($47,197 to $57,667 annually)
About Us
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) is an Office of the Legislature. Our Office provides advocacy for children and youth receiving or seeking to receive services under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act and the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act, and youth involved with the youth justice system. The OCYA is also responsible for providing legal representation for young people in matters related to the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act and the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act. The OCYA conducts investigations and reports on issues arising from the serious injury to or death of a young person. The OCYA engages stakeholders in understanding the importance of respecting young people’s individual and collective rights, interests, and viewpoints, as well as delivers public education.The impact of colonialism continues to adversely affect Indigenous young people, their families, and their communities. Intergenerational trauma, systemic racism, and the legacy of residential schools are experienced by many Indigenous young people, who continue to be overrepresented in the child intervention system. The OCYA is deeply committed to reconciliation, and a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. We are committed to a workplace that welcomes, respects and values the diversity of our employees. We also support them to be actively engaged in the workplace and the work we do to meet the needs of Alberta's young people.
Role
As a Program Assistant with the OCYA, you’ll quickly learn that you don’t have to be on the front line of advocacy to make a difference in young people’s lives. Your strong administrative and organizational skills will help ensure the program area is supported in working with their partners and other stakeholders. You will collaborate with others to provide superior administrative support to the organization.
Your administrative experience includes scheduling and arranging meetings and events, managing schedules and calendars, drafting and formatting executive correspondence, documents and presentations, organizing and managing files, proofreading, data entry, and tracking the status of projects. You have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, are detail oriented and demonstrate initiative and commitment to working in and contributing to a positive team environment. The ideal candidate will also have direct experience providing support to a program area that works with children and youth.
It is important to note that due to the nature of the work, you will be exposed on a frequent basis to sad, sometimes graphic, and sensitive subject matter concerning children and youth.
Your administrative experience includes scheduling and arranging meetings and events, managing schedules and calendars, drafting and formatting executive correspondence, documents and presentations, organizing and managing files, proofreading, data entry, and tracking the status of projects. You have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, are detail oriented and demonstrate initiative and commitment to working in and contributing to a positive team environment. The ideal candidate will also have direct experience providing support to a program area that works with children and youth.
It is important to note that due to the nature of the work, you will be exposed on a frequent basis to sad, sometimes graphic, and sensitive subject matter concerning children and youth.
Qualifications
A high school diploma with at least two years of administrative support experience in an office setting. Experience providing administrative support to a group of professionals including, calendaring, drafting and formatting documents and coordinating travel arrangements. Strong proficiency and experience working with electronic and paper records management systems. Strong proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
Given the overrepresentation of Indigenous young people in the child intervention and youth justice systems, preference will be given to individuals who self-identify as Indigenous and are known to others as Indigenous or who have had extensive experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities.
Given the overrepresentation of Indigenous young people in the child intervention and youth justice systems, preference will be given to individuals who self-identify as Indigenous and are known to others as Indigenous or who have had extensive experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities.
APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in-depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. Learn more about the competency model:
The critical competencies for success in this role are:
Agility: You can organize and manage many diverse tasks and are able to readily adjust work plans and priorities as required.
Drive for Results: You deliver accurate and timely information, follow-up, and support.
Creative Problem Solving: You identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend solutions as appropriate.
Develop Networks: You build connections and relationships across the organization and with OCYA partners.
The critical competencies for success in this role are:
Agility: You can organize and manage many diverse tasks and are able to readily adjust work plans and priorities as required.
Drive for Results: You deliver accurate and timely information, follow-up, and support.
Creative Problem Solving: You identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend solutions as appropriate.
Develop Networks: You build connections and relationships across the organization and with OCYA partners.
Notes
To move forward in our recruitment process, you must submit your resume along with a cover letter which identifies how you meet the education and experience qualifications and demonstrates your ability to meet the above noted competencies. Only applicants that include a cover letter will be considered. In addition, as this position requires good communication and attention to detail skills, your cover letter will be used as part of the screening process.Given the overrepresentation of Indigenous young people in the child intervention and youth justice systems, preference will be given to individuals who self-identify and are known to others as Indigenous or who have had extensive experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities.
Final candidates will be required to undergo security screening. This position is excluded from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees.
How To Apply
Candidates are required to apply online. PleasePlease visit
Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.
If you are not able to apply online, to obtain a copy of the full job description, or if you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Sandy Simpson at sandy.simpson@ocya.alberta.ca.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Krista Vicen at krista.vicen@ocya.alberta.ca.
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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