Administrative Support III
Job ID
41453
Faculty/Unit
Faculty of Social Science
Department
Psychology
Employee Group
Non Union
Appointment Type
Contract
Appointment Status
Temporary Part-Time
Start Date
2026/01/26
End Date
2026/04/17
Hours per Week
0.00
to
24.00
Hourly Rate
$32.00
About Western
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.
About Us
The Department of Psychology is a large, diverse academic department. Full-time members are active researchers with external grant support from government, industry and/or private foundations. The Department has areas of specialization including: Clinical Science and Psychopathology; Cognitive, Developmental, and Brain Sciences; Industrial Organizational Psychology; Social, Personality and Developmental Psychology.
Responsibilities
The Administrative Support III supports the administration of physical and electronic resources for the Department of Psychology. The incumbent will provide administrative support for the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program including clinical practica. The incumbent will be responsible for collecting information, preparing tables and drafting specific documentation for the CPA accreditation report. The incumbent also responds to e-mail inquiries and refers inquiries to other resources.
Qualifications
Education:
- Community College Diploma in an administrative field
Experience:
- 4 year of experience providing customer service in a business office setting
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- Knowledge of general office procedures including records management systems
- Ability to establish effective routines for excellent communication with all members of the team to maximize productivity
- Proven ability and natural inclination to interact with people in professional, respectful and diplomatic manner
- Self-motivated multi-tasker with strong organizational skills
- Positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and follow through on work assignments
- Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred
- Written and verbal communication skills to clearly express ideas in an objective manner, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
- Customer service skills to understand customer needs and expectations, with a desire to deliver helpful and reliable service to the University community
Why Western?
Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!
Applying at Western
To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
This position is an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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