Position Summary
If you are looking for friendly, supportive staff, and work life balance this may be just the opportunity that will take your career to a new level.

The Executive Assistant provides complex administrative support to the Vice President, Indigenous Health (IH) and Chief Planning and Quality Officer (CPQO). The incumbent is responsible for coordinating, organizing and providing administrative support activities related to organizational planning, labor relations, human resources and management within established policies and procedures.

Starting salary will be approximately from $62,239 to $77,799 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC's most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualfications
• Post-secondary diploma in Business or Office Administration plus five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience including three (3) years supporting senior executives and in contract/project coordination, preferably in a health care setting;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:
• Strong knowledge and practical skills in project coordination/management, research and evaluation.
• Demonstrated superior proficiency in the use of desktop computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to type 50 w.pm.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and understandable manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to liaise in a professional manner with all levels of staff and the public.
• Ability to apply time management skills to prioritize, complete or redirect assignments in a manner that optimizes departmental effectiveness and contributes to organizational success.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and proactively to ensure administrative needs of the VP Indigenous Health and CPQO are being met.
• Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, complex and dynamic environment.
• Ability to anticipate and initiate action, as required.
• Demonstrated problem-solving/conceptual skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to research, compile and coordinate information on a variety of topics.
• Ability to exercise judgment, tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential or sensitive nature.
• Knowledge of trends, developments and priorities in Indigenous health issues and/or knowledge of Indigenous people.
• Ability to monitor and manage internal and external relationships.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.