Administrative Assistant 2

Job ID: 66229

Job Category: Administrative

Division & Section: People & Equity Office of the Chief People Officer

Work Location: Metro Hall 55 John Street Toronto ON.

Job Type & Duration: Full-time Permanent Vacancy

Salary Range: $64529.00 - $91111.00 TX0003 Wage Grade AOS2

Shift Information: Monday to Friday 35 hours per week

Affiliation: Non-Union

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 24-Sep-2026 to 08-Oct-2026

Job Summary

As an Administrative Assistant 2 in People & Equity Division you will gain exposure to multiple areas of human resources by providing essential administrative support to a leadership team and coordinating various initiatives across multiple teams. Your ability to multi-task maintain complex schedules manage logistics for a large team while delivering excellent customer service will set you up for success in this position.

By joining our team you will work in the culture that emphasizes continuous learning and collaboration and champions equity diversity and respectful workplaces.

The Administrative Assistant 2 will provide administrative support and expertise in the following areas:

Administrative Operations & Team Support

You provide comprehensive administrative support to a large and dynamic team within the People & Equity Division. You coordinate a wide range of operational activities including onboarding and offboarding employees ordering equipment and supplies tracking budgets and expenditures and supporting the day-to-day administrative needs of the Employee Relations Division and the Office of the Chief People Officer. You maintain awareness of divisional projects priorities systems and procedures to ensure effective and responsive support across the organization. You also contribute to special projects and initiatives as required.

Executive Coordination Scheduling & Logistics

You manage complex calendars coordinate meetings events and business activities and oversee logistical arrangements for divisional operations. You organize schedules and meetings for senior leaders ensuring that competing priorities are managed effectively and that all required materials resources and arrangements are in place. You monitor requests and follow-up activities to ensure commitments are addressed and deadlines are consistently met.

Communications Client Service & Stakeholder Relations

You serve as a key point of contact for staff elected officials external agencies government representatives and members of the public. You screen review and prioritize incoming telephone calls emails correspondence and inquiries exercising sound judgment in directing matters to the appropriate individuals. You respond to inquiries and complaints using your knowledge of organizational procedures policies and regulations ensuring prompt professional and customer-focused service. You build and maintain effective working relationships and facilitate the exchange of information at all organizational levels.

Records Management Correspondence & Document Preparation

You prepare draft edit and process a variety of correspondence reports presentations statistical summaries briefing materials and other documentation. You assess and analyze information to support the preparation of documents and reports ensuring accuracy completeness and adherence to corporate standards. You review materials prior to approval or signature verify conformity with policies and procedures and resolve outstanding issues to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Briefings Council Support & Confidential Documentation

You coordinate the preparation and organization of briefing materials background information Council documentation committee reports and other sensitive records. You prepare and format materials related to confidential employment and labour relations matters ensuring information is handled appropriately and in accordance with established protocols. You support decision-making by providing organized and accurate documentation for review and approval.

Meeting Management & Confidential Information Handling

You coordinate meetings and maintain accurate records of discussions and decisions. This includes taking transcribing and maintaining confidential minutes related to labour relations matters and other sensitive issues. You exercise discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information and ensure records are maintained and distributed in accordance with organizational requirements.

Financial Administration & Reporting Support

You support the administration of unit budgets by monitoring expenditures maintaining financial records processing business-related expenses and assisting with budget tracking activities. You contribute to the preparation of reports and summaries that support operational planning financial accountability and decision-making.

Quality Assurance & Process Coordination

You monitor the status of requests assignments and administrative processes to ensure timely completion and compliance with established standards. You identify and resolve discrepancies maintain accurate records and support the efficient coordination of work across the division. Through strong organizational skills and attention to detail you contribute to the effective delivery of administrative services and operational excellence.

KeyQualifications

1. Considerable experience performing administrative support duties to senior management handling a broad range of administrative matters and coordination.
   
   
2. Experience in providing administrative support with complement management and overseeing administration of budget
   
   
3. Experience preparing confidential materials and information for management with proven ability to handle sensitive issues and ability to exercise independent judgment.
   
   
4. Considerable experience utilizing a variety of software packages including advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Co-Pilot Word Excel and Outlook or equivalent) to prepare correspondence and create charts related to organizing formatting editing and analyzingcontent.
   
   
5. Highly developed interpersonal skills and customer service with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing at all organizational levels including the political level with members of the public and external agencies.
   
   
6. Excellent organizational and time management skills including attention to detail and ability to set priorities meet deadlines and deal with conflicting priorities and work demands. Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision prioritizing work schedule complete assigned duties within timelines while being resourceful and adaptable with a high degree of common sense and initiative.
   
   
7. Post-secondary education in Human Resources Labour Relations or a Business Administrativerelated discipline is considered an asset but not a requirement.

The City is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the Citys commitment to employment equity.

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