Job Description
Administrative Assistant - ADM025415
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Location(s): SK-Rgna-Regina
Ministry: 001 Agriculture
Salary Range: $24.07+-$30.174 Hourly
Grade: SGEU.05.
The Ministry of Agriculture helps the agriculture industry manage risk and enable a globally competitive, thriving, and sustainable agriculture and food sector by supporting farmers, ranchers, and agri-businesses. The ministry enables a prosperous, market-driven agricultural industry through a supportive legislative framework, policies, programs, and services.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the Saskatchewan Public Service core values of respect and integrity; serving citizens, practicing excellence and innovation; and acting as one team. The Ministry of Agriculture’s deep-rooted values system to Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Service Excellence, and Leadership at all Levels serve as a foundation to ensure results are achieved.
The Opportunity
The Policy Branch of the Ministry of Agriculture has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, organized, detail orientated, and confident individual to be responsible for office support in a fast-paced work environment.
As an Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for the coordination and completion of a wide range of office administration activities, including:
Preparing reports, correspondence, physical binders, and e‑binders;
Proofreading, editing, and formatting letters, memos, briefing notes, or cabinet documents;
Providing feedback and coaching to the branch on editing and formatting requirements;
Coordinating travel arrangements and meeting spaces for individuals within the branch;
Monitoring and processing of payments and office expenditures for the branch and external board members;
The development and maintenance of filing systems while following record retention policies and procedures within the branch;
Troubleshooting of office equipment and technology with staff, as well as arranging for repair or disposal of a variety of office equipment and furniture from within the branch;
Responding to inquiries made in person or by telephone from a variety of government agencies, clients, and the public; and
Assisting internal staff in day-to-day office support as needed.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our candidate of choice will be a flexible individual with a high attention to detail who also enjoys a challenging environment with diverse job expectations. As our ideal candidate, you will have:
Knowledge of SharePoint and workflow processes;
Knowledge of office administrative procedures and practices;
Knowledge and experience utilizing various computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, along with invoicing or billing software;
Knowledge of office filing and record retention procedures and systems; and
Excellent communication skills both verbally and written, in order to respond to inquiries, provide clear and concise information, and develop a variety of documentation.
Typically, this knowledge would be gained through the completion of a certificate in office management/administration support and/or several years’ experience in an office environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for this competition.
What We Offer
Dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals;
A competitive salary;
Comprehensive benefits package including pension;
Vacation, earned days off (EDO), and other types of leaves;
Inclusive work environments; and
Advancement opportunities.
We are committed to workplace diversity.
Hours of Work: A - SGEU Office 36 - one day off every two weeks
Number of Openings: 1
Closing Date: Jun 20, 2026, 12:5+:00 AM
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