Administrative assistant jobs in Canada (2,247 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,247
Employers: 1,140

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $26.99Across 341 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $53,271Across 107 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 13%289 listings
On-site: 86%1,943 listings

Not specified: <1% (8 listings)

Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (69), City of Saint John (55), MNP (41).

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

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Director's Administrative Assistant
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Administrative Assistant
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Saskatoon, SK
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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ASD-S - Casual School Administrative Assistant - Hampton Education Centre
Anglophone School District
Hampton, NB
- Part-time
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ASD-S - Casual School Administrative Assistant - Saint John Education Centre
Anglophone School District
Saint John, NB
- Part-time
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Administrative Assistant
Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC)
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
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Burnaby, BC
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC)

Administrative Assistant

Saskatoon, SK, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 5, 2026

Original job description

Why SRC?

With more than 400 employees, $83 million in annual revenue and nearly 80 years of RD&D experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada’s second largest research and technology organization with 1,400 clients in 16 countries around the world. We help clients from across the world solve technology problems, make improvements, seize opportunities, maintain competitiveness, increase productivity, and develop new markets.

Our employees make a difference. We hire people who are passionate about their work because we are passionate about making a positive impact in our province and beyond. We recognize the important value of work-life balance and our employees enjoy generous time off. SRC also offers many other benefits such as flexible retirement and savings options, insured benefits, professional development opportunities, a robust safety program, and an outstanding team environment.

Overview

The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Geoanalytical Laboratories by providing day-to-day administrative and operational support for sample receiving, data management, and client services. This role is responsible for coordinating the intake and tracking of client samples, maintaining accurate records within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), preparing laboratory documentation, and supporting communication with clients and internal stakeholders. Through a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and customer service, the Administrative Assistant contributes to the efficient delivery of laboratory services while following established quality, safety, and administrative procedures.

Accountabilities

Receive and log client samples into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), verify accompanying documentation, generate barcode labels, and maintain accurate chain of custody records.
Prepare laboratory work packages and worksheets using LIMS to support efficient sample processing and analysis.
Enter, verify, and maintain data in LIMS to support the timely generation and distribution of client reports.
Support the preparation and distribution of laboratory reports and documentation.
Respond to telephone, email, and in-person inquiries, providing professional customer service and directing requests to the appropriate personnel when required.
Maintain electronic and paper records, including filing, scanning, and archiving.
Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment in accordance with SRC policies and safety standards.
Assist with basic laboratory activities as required.

Qualifications

Up to one year of related administrative, clerical, or laboratory support experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Some post-secondary education, administrative training, or related coursework is considered an asset but is not required.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Experience using LIMS, Adobe, or working in a laboratory environment is considered an asset.

Skills

Customer-service oriented with a helpful and professional approach.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy when completing routine tasks.
Effective verbal and written communication skills for day-to-day interactions.
Dependable team contributor who can adapt to changing priorities with guidance.

The chosen candidate will also be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.

This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Deadline to apply is October 19, 2026.

To Apply: Please apply with your resume and cover letter via the careers section of our website www.src.sk.ca/careers

Please indicate on your application where you heard about the position as SRC works with several partners to support an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. Our goal is to engage and empower all people so they can successfully achieve their professional goals.

As SRC strives to build a representative workforce, applications are encouraged from persons of Indigenous ancestry.

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Responsibilities

Receive, log, and track client samples in LIMS; prepare laboratory work packages, worksheets, reports, and related documentation. Maintain accurate records and provide professional customer service while supporting laboratory operations and following quality, safety, and administrative procedures.

Requirements

Requires up to one year of related administrative, clerical, or laboratory support experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office is required; post-secondary education, LIMS, Adobe, or laboratory experience are assets but not required.

Skills

Customer Service
Attention To Detail
Accuracy
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Data Entry
Recordkeeping
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook

Benefits

Generous Time Off
Flexible Retirement and Savings Options
Insured Benefits
Professional Development Opportunities
Safety Program
Team Environment

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Keywords

Sample Receiving
Sample Tracking
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Chain Of Custody
Barcode Labels
Laboratory Work Packages
Worksheets
Data Entry
Data Verification
Client Reports
Report Distribution
Customer Service
Records Management
Filing
Scanning
Archiving
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Adobe
Laboratory Support
Quality Procedures
Safety Standards
Research And Development

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