Administrative Assistant I

The Student Services department’s role in student success is to create a culture and environment that unleashes the full potential of all the students at SAIT. Our primary goal is to support Student-First Culture, by focusing on student success and mobilizing all campus community members in this shared goal.

The Opportunity

The Student Development and Counselling Administrative Assistant I reports to the Manager of Student Development and Counselling (SDC). This position is the first point of contact for all learners, staff and guests seeking assistance from SDC and is responsible for the smooth functioning of administrative aspects of the counselling operation in terms of scheduling appointments, developing administrative processes, overseeing the office’s scheduling system (Titanium), maintaining the office’s administrative procedure manual, general office correspondence, resource material development/maintenance, wellness workshop/booth set up and take down. Other notable tasks include, satisfaction survey development/dissemination, calendar development, taking SDC meeting minutes, book-keeping, data management tasks, ordering materials and office problem solving. An understanding of confidentiality as it relates to a counselling centre, trauma sensitive office practices, mental health and student wellbeing are essential. The ability to communicate with students and the public in high stress situations and referring to SAIT resources is a unique aspect of this role. 

Note: This role is fully on campus.

Job Classification: Administrative Assistant I

Salary Range: $41,790.45 - $48,105.20

Hours per week:  36.25

Posting End Date: Aug 7th, 2025

About SAIT

 

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers , we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

 

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT. 

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.  

 

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