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Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our nine Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

As the first point of contact, this position is responsible for providing reception, clerical and administrative support while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and careful handling of confidential and sensitive information. Reporting into the Program head; the Department Assistant plays a key support role in ensuring seamless business operations and professional presentation of the Institute. This position provides additional support as required and includes the following broad range of accountabilities:
-Extensive knowledge of the functions, purposes and programs of SIIT to answer and direct routine inquires and promptly respond to inquiries as required
-Answer the phone in accordance with SIIT standards; transfer calls where appropriate and take messages as required
-Greet and interact with clients and visitors in a timely, professional and pleasant manner; coupled with determining the nature of visitors' business and providing appropriate information
-Management of the front office which includes being responsible for opening and closing the office by following applicable procedures; as well as maintain a clean atmosphere of main floor area, lunch room and front reception at all times
-Provide professional administrative assistance to your direct supervisor and department

Visit our SIIT Careers page to learn more about this opportunity or to apply.