Education and experience:

• General administrative and secretarial knowledge and ability associated with successful completion of business and/or secretarial training, or equivalent normally provided through several years of experience in providing secretarial services relevant to the duties of the position.

Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of the organization, functions, and policies of the PSAC;

• Basic knowledge of trade union role, objectives and activities;

• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer, including ability to use Windows, e-mail, and internet;

• Familiarity with spreadsheets (ideally Excel) and database software (ideally Access);

• Proficiency in spelling, vocabulary and in the application and usage of English grammar.

Abilities:

• Ability to effectively type, transcribe and perform other word processing functions using Microsoft Word;    

• Written and oral English communication skills are essential;

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others in a team environment;

• Ability to determine priorities with minimum supervision and ability to problem-solve;

• Ability to work under strict deadlines.

Personal suitabilities:

• High degree of initiative, good judgment and tact;

• Understanding of and commitment to union principles.