Temporary, Full-Time Administrative Assistant (Summer Student Position) – Sioux Lookout

Competition #SUM 25-23

Join Our Team – Temporary, Full-Time Administrative Assistant (Summer Student) – Sioux Lookout – Kenora District Services Board (kdsb.on.ca)

Dedicated to improving lives, the Kenora District Services Board (KDSB) is the integrated service delivery agency providing help and support when you need it. With forward-thinking and engaged employees, we deliver Ontario Works, Social Housing, Early Learning and Child Care, and Land Ambulance to current and future clients.

We are currently seeking to hire a temporary, full-time Administrative Assistant for the summer in our Sioux Lookout, Ontario office.  Our employees enjoy a healthy work environment, development opportunities, and an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

Reporting to the Integrated Social Services Supervisor, the Administrative Assistant provides assistance to the operation of the reception area, provides clerical support, completes special projects within the various social services departments, and performs other related administrative tasks.

Successful applicants will be able to:

• Operate general office equipment.
• Communicate effectively with staff, clients, and the general public.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks.
• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet timelines.
• Use computers and various software, specifically Microsoft Office Suite.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Qualifications will include:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolment in post-secondary studies, preferably in a related field such as Social Services or Business Administration.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• Experience and/or familiarity with completing the above tasks is beneficial.

To be considered for this position, you must be between 18 and 30 years of age at the start of employment and be a Canadian Citizen, a permanent resident or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c. 27] *.

The hourly wage range for this position is $19.84 – $21.05(wage subject to funding availability and whether the successful candidates are returning students).

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by email, referencing the competition number in the subject line, on or before May 16, 2025, at 4:00 pm local time to:

Human Resources Department
Kenora District Services Board
Email: hr@kdsb.on.ca

While all responses are appreciated, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Confidential information provided by applicants will be used for the purpose of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The KDSB will make accommodations available wherever possible to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process. The KDSB is an equal opportunity employer.