Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

Find administrative assistant jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Oct 26, 2026

Hiring at a glance

View jobs

Open jobs: 1,672
Employers: 957

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.60Across 291 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $52,575Across 70 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%6 listings
Hybrid: 13%213 listings
On-site: 86%1,446 listings

Not specified: <1% (7 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (40), S M Software Solutions Inc (37), MNP (34).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Administrative assistant jobs in Canada

Email me new jobs Save this search

Added 16 days ago
GH
Volunteer Administrative Assistant
Great Heights, Calm Minds Psychology
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
DU
Administrative Assistant
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS
- Part-time
Added 16 days ago
DB
Human Resources Administrator
Doman Building Materials Group
Vancouver, BC
- $55,000 to $62,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Doman Building Materials is an exciting place to work as an Administrative Assistant. Operating in every province except PEI, the Administrative Assistant supports a busy Human Resources…
Added 16 days ago
ES
Administrative Assistant (Temporary)
Excel Society
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking a dynamic Administrative Assistant to join our team and play a key role in…
Added 16 days ago
H
Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, SK
- Part-time
Added 16 days ago
H
Office Administrative Assistant
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Swift Current, SK
- Part-time
Added 16 days ago
N
Administrative Assistant
NetworkPedia
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Contract
Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Intermediate
Added 16 days ago
IL
Administrative Assistant
Inquiring Little Minds
Kamloops, BC
- Part-time
Added 16 days ago
AL
Administrative Assistant (Entry Level)
AGAT Laboratories
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
The Administrative Assistant is an entry-level position serving ad
Added 16 days ago
TC
Administrative Assistant (By-law Enforcement)
The City of Belleville
Belleville, ON
- Full-time
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (BY-LAW ENFROCEMENT)
Added 16 days ago
Administrative Assistant
Government of Alberta
Calgary, AB
Job Title: Administrative Assistant- Disability Services
Added 16 days ago
WO
Administrative Assistant - Molecular Biology
William Osler Health System
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
NE
Administrative Assistant #26-74
North Eastern Ontario Family and Children's Services (NEOFACS)
Kapuskasing, ON
- $45,073 to $53,691 CAD / year
- Full-time
As a member of the Clerical team, the Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support services to the Agency and its programs. Your primary responsibilities will…
Added 16 days ago
D
Administrative Assistant
Desjardins
Quebec, QC · Caisse populaire Desjardins du Piémont Laurentien
- Full-time
The incumbent supports the general manager and/or the manager(s) of a small-sized caisse in carrying out various administrative support and secretarial activities, as per managers' detailed…
Added 16 days ago
L
Receptionist - Administrative Assistant
Ledcor
Whitby, ON · Bowmanville, ON
- Full-time
You are an energetic administrative professional seeking a key support role with a wide range of responsibilities. You have a proven commitment to customer service, a self-starter and team…
Added 16 days ago
WO
Administrative Assistant - Molecular Biology
William Osler Health System
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
WO
Administrative Assistant - Molecular Biology
William Osler Health System
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
CR
HR Administrative Assistant
Cando Rail & Terminals
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
The HR Administrative Assistant provides administrative support to the Human Resources and Payroll teams and plays an important role in supporting day-to-day HR operations If you enjoy…
Added 16 days ago
RD
Administrative Assistant
RBC Dominion Securities
Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
TW
Estimating and Administrative Assistant
TPD® Workforce Solutions
Prince George, BC
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
Administrative Assistant
Defence Construction Canada
Victoria, BC
The Administrative Assistant, as the lead administrator for the business unit or service line, coordinates and provides a range of administrative support services to the Site Manager or to…
Added 16 days ago
IA
administrative assistant - office
Insight Advantage
Leamington, ON
- Full-time
Added 16 days ago
NE
#26-74 Administrative Assistant
North Eastern Ontario Family and Children's Services (NEOFACS)
Kapuskasing, ON
- Full-time
As a member of the Clerical team, the Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and clerical support services to the Agency and its programs. Your primary responsibilities will…
Added 16 days ago
PI
Administrative assistant
PUNJAB INSURANCE INC.
Etobicoke, ON
- From $37 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site
Added 16 days ago
GX
Administrative assistant
Global Xpress
Mississauga, ON
- From $27 CAD / hour
- Full-time
- On-site

NetworkPedia

Administrative Assistant

AB, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Contract

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Job type: Contract
Apply by: Nov 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 9, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Intermediate

Location: Edmonton, AB – Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant – Intermediate to support child care staff certification and credential assessment operations. The successful candidate will serve as a key contact for educators, child care operators, parents, and other stakeholders while processing Canadian and international educational credentials, maintaining accurate records, and supporting certification decisions.

This role requires strong customer service, analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret policies and procedures while managing a high volume of inquiries and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Respond to phone and email inquiries from educators, operators, parents, and the public.
Explain certification requirements, policies, procedures, assessment processes, and upgrading options.
Assess Canadian and international educational credentials against applicable child care staff certification standards.
Review educational programs and make certification decisions or recommendations in accordance with policies and legislation.
Manage first-level certification appeals and process qualification exemptions within assigned authority.
Enter, maintain, and validate client information in CCIS and ECDS.
Open and maintain client files, verify supporting documents, and ensure data accuracy.
Provide administrative support through scanning, data entry, correspondence, file management, and document processing.
Assist clients with forms, online applications, and document submissions.
Support onboarding, training, and reassessment activities for assessors and administrative staff.
Liaise with educational institutions and assessment bodies to verify credentials.
Support system testing, process improvements, and the development of guides, forms, certificates, and communication materials.
Handle sensitive inquiries professionally, de-escalate difficult interactions, and prioritize urgent requests.

Mandatory Skills & Qualifications

Strong customer service and communication skills, including professional telephone and email support.
Experience reviewing documents, validating information, and maintaining accurate records.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret policies, procedures, and assessment requirements.
Excellent attention to detail and data-entry accuracy.
Ability to manage high inquiry volumes, prioritize competing tasks, and meet deadlines.
Strong written communication and documentation skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and maintain confidentiality.
Proficiency with office applications, databases, and electronic records systems.

Preferred Skills

Experience in credential assessment, certification processing, or educational qualification review.
Experience with child care, education, licensing, or regulated public-sector programs.
Familiarity with CCIS and ECDS.
Experience handling appeals, exemptions, or decisions requiring policy interpretation.
Experience supporting system testing, process improvement, and user documentation.
Experience training or mentoring administrative staff.
Experience communicating with educational institutions and credential assessment organizations.

Why Join Us

Contribute to public-facing certification and administrative services.
Work with diverse stakeholders in a structured, service-oriented environment.
Develop experience in credential assessment, information management, and regulated program administration.
Inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace culture.

About NetworkPedia

NetworkPedia is a certified women-owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.

As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

How to Apply

Apply directly via LinkedIn Easy Apply. All applications are routed to our central recruitment email id - recruitment@networkpedia.com

Apply About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

Respond to inquiries and guide stakeholders through certification requirements, while assessing Canadian and international credentials and supporting certification decisions, appeals, and exemptions. Maintain accurate client records and files, provide administrative and client application support, and contribute to staff training, system testing, and process improvements.

Requirements

Requires strong customer service and communication, document review and recordkeeping experience, analytical ability to interpret policies, attention to detail, and accurate data entry. Candidates must be able to manage high inquiry volumes and competing deadlines, handle sensitive information confidentially, and use office applications, databases, and electronic records systems.

Skills

Customer Service
Professional Communication
Credential Assessment
Document Review
Data Validation
Policy Interpretation
Attention To Detail
Data Entry
Records Management
Confidentiality
Prioritization
Appeals Processing
Database Management
Process Improvement
Staff Training
Conflict De-escalation

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Credential Assessment
Canadian Educational Credentials
International Educational Credentials
Certification Standards
Certification Decisions
Certification Appeals
Qualification Exemptions
CCIS
ECDS
Client Information Systems
Electronic Records
Document Processing
Data Entry
File Management
Policy Interpretation
Legislation
Educational Institutions
Credential Assessment Organizations
System Testing
Process Improvement
User Documentation
Onboarding
Training
Customer Service
Confidentiality

Report this job