Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.

MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, and continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.

The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

Join our dynamic team as an Administrative Assistant and play a key role in supporting our Student Enrollment Team. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a changing environment, demonstrates strong organizational skills, and enjoys working collaboratively. You will be an integral part of the team, contributing to student success and the effective delivery of our programs.

Major Accountabilities / Responsibilities

(Including but not limited to the following)

• Drafting letters and emails on behalf of team members, as requested

• Responding to emails, telephone messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner

• Performing administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, faxing, and scanning

• Maintaining both computerized and manual filing systems

• Providing information to colleagues and students while handling sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality

• Developing and updating administrative systems to improve efficiency

• Assisting with miscellaneous tasks, including organizing and coordinating graduation events and supporting orientation activities for first- and second-year students

• Working collaboratively with members of the Student Advisory Services (SAS) team and Faculty to ensure students receive the highest level of service

• Diploma or Certificate in Office Administration from a recognized institution

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an administrative role

• Knowledge of office administration procedures

• Previous experience working in a sales environment is considered an asset

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong grammar and spelling
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities effectively
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills
• High attention to detail
• Professional and courteous telephone etiquette
• Ability to build strong internal working relationships
• Ability to work efficiently, ethically, and under pressure

Please Note

The successful candidate must be available to work Tuesday – Friday, 8 am-4:30 pm and Saturday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, with occasional evenings.

Perks & Benefits:

• Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses
• Staff Discount in College Store
• On-Site Gym Access
• Free Parking

Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.