Interior Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient and self-directed Permanent Full Time Administrative Assistant II to support the Business Operations & Finance team. This position is based out of the Community Health and Services Centre in beautiful and sunny Kelowna, B.C. This position offers the opportunity for hybrid work.

Who are we looking for?

The Administrative Assistant reports to the Executive Director, Finance, and plays a key support role in advancing both the strategic and operational priorities of the Finance portfolio. We are seeking a detail-oriented, knowledgeable, and highly skilled professional who takes pride in their work and contributes meaningfully in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information, while acting as a central communication link to keep the department informed and aligned.

This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities, coordinate complex workflows, and anticipate operational needs. The successful candidate is an effective communicator with advanced writing and presentation skills, able to produce high-quality reports, correspondence, and financial documentation with accuracy and clarity. A proactive, collaborative approach is essential, along with strong technical proficiency in spreadsheets, reporting tools, and administrative systems. Experience working with a wide range of internal and external partners, including executives, directors, managers, and staff is critical to supporting coordinated operations, facilitating cross-departmental communication, and maintaining consistent processes that enable program success.

The successful candidate is adaptable, resourceful, and committed to supporting efficient operations, sound financial practices, and a positive, professional team environment within a healthcare setting.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package

• Career Growth

• Employer paid training/education

• Employer paid vacation (per collective agreement)

• Employer paid insurance premiums

• Extended Health & Dental coverage

• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan

• Balanced lifestyle

Salary Range:

Salary range for the position is $58,494 to $76,773. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the qualifications, experience of the applicant, and an internal equity review of the salaries of other employees.

What will you work on?

The Administrative Assistant II works in a team environment to provide confidential complex administrative support functions. The Administrative Assistant II serves as a vital linkage and communication source to keep the department informed and aligned to its priorities.

Some responsibilities include: coordinating and organizing workflow; determining priorities; composing confidential correspondence for signature; designing and creating routine & non-routine correspondence, responding to a variety of sensitive internal and external inquiries, generating complex and detailed reports and presentations, orientation packages, and spreadsheets (including data entry) for authorization by the management team; maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of all information which flows through, and is processed for management as it pertains to client care, operations, personnel, labour relations, finance, and public affairs in setting a positive, collaborative, efficient tone for the department.

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team presents an opportunity for you to not only advance your professional journey but also to make a tangible impact within our organization and the broader community we serve.

By joining our IH team, you'll have the platform to leverage your skills and expertise for meaningful impact both professionally and personally. Your contributions will not only shape the future of our organization but also enrich the community, leaving a lasting legacy that extends far beyond the confines of the workplace.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!

“Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).”

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Diploma and graduation from a recognized secretarial program.

• Five years of recent, related experience including experience working with various computer software programs.

• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to type 50 wpm and set up letters, reports, etc. in a professional format.
• Knowledge of applicable computer hardware and software programs and ability to perform web-based searches.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.