Administrative Assistant

The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority (ADEA) is a First Nation Education Authority serving the three Denesuline First Nations communities in northern Saskatchewan; Black Lake First Nation, Hatchet Lake First Nation, and Fond Du Lac First Nation. The Authority serves a total student population of approximately 1,300+ students. The Authority is working toward improved educational outcomes by utilizing the latest technology, progressively piloting programs, and integrating Denesuline culture into the classroom and school curriculum.

Position Overview:

The ADEA is seeking an Administrative Assistant (temporary full-time position) to be based at its Central Office. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the position will:

• Provides direct support to Human Resources (HR), and other areas as the front desk, student services, and resource centre, when needed
• Provide direction related to information flow and service delivery efficiently and effectively
• Prepare accurate letters, memos, and correspondence within deadlines
• Process incoming and outgoing mail, and maintain an electronic and manual filing system according to protocol
• Process other office administrative clerical procedures, such as calendar management, scheduling appointments and interviews, drafting correspondences/messages, and onboarding/offboarding HR processes.

Qualifications include:

• Must be between the ages of 18 – 30 years old. (This position is funded by a grant that requires the candidate be within the age range outlined).

• A business/office administrative certification or similar qualifications.

• Knowledge of Denesuline language and culture would be a benefit.

• Excellent time management skills: to be able to prioritize activities, especially when there is a high volume of tasks.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to take initiative.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, etc.

Interested applicants are invited to email a letter of application, resume and the names of three employment references by September 12th, 2025, to:

Attention: Julia Benoanie - Manager of Human Resources

Email: hrs@adeask.ca

OR through bamboo: https://adeask.bamboohr.com/careers

The interest of all applicants is appreciated; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.