Facilities Operations Administrator

Athabasca University is currently recruiting for the position of Facilities Operations Administrator.
 

First consideration will be given to internal applicants according to the AUPE Collective Agreement, Article 11.02
 

The Position: 

Reporting to the Coordinator, Operations the Facilities Operations Administrator's role is key to supporting Facilities and Services planning, activities, initiatives, operations, and maintenance in the department. The position supports the implementation of the university's facilities operational services, maintenance and capital planning, space and integrated workplace strategies. The position maintains information and prepares reports required for internal or external stakeholders. The position is responsible for maintaining databases related to facilities assets, space allocation and facility assessments and projects. This position must liaise with all levels of staff across the university and provide support at all university locations (Athabasca, Edmonton, and Calgary).

 

Qualifications:

• A Business Administration Diploma and at least three (3) years' administrative experience (preferably in a post-secondary environment). An equivalent of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience with data entry and maintaining databases.
• Experience in research, generating reports, and preparing regular and ad hoc reports.
• General accounting knowledge and experience with procurement, accounts payable and budget monitoring is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of general facilities operations, practices, policies, procedures and terminology, as well as knowledge of space planning and facilities operations databases and information maintenance systems preferred.
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat DC, and web applications. Experience with Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Alfresco CRM is considered an asset.
• Must have excellent communication (both verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills, and maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work accurately and timely with minimal supervision and as part of a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing situations and conditions.
• Must have a valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers License. 

 

The full job description can be viewed at: Facilities Operations Administrator 
 

Contact Information

For further information regarding this position, please contact David Head, Director, Strategic Initiatives and Services, at [email protected].

 

Athabasca First

Wherever possible, AU seeks to attract and hire qualified team members to reside in the Athabasca region. We will offer relocation assistance for the right candidate should you decide to relocate to the Town of Athabasca. As a resident of the town or county of Athabasca, you can choose to work on and from our beautiful campus in Athabasca.

To discover the Town and Region of Athabasca, go to: Visit Athabasca.

What AU Offers: 

Benefits and Pension eligibility differs based on employee group and may include:

• Defined Benefits Pension Plan
• Alberta Health Care
• Extended Health Care
• Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Vacation
• Office Closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Discretionary Benefit Fund
• AU Course Allowance
• A Variety of Leaves (e.g., Maternity/Parental/Adoption, Compassionate Care, etc.)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Educational credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is extended. An offer of employment is conditional upon verification of educational credentials. 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. 

Athabasca University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, persons of any gender identity and expression, and members of visible minorities. 

Where applicants have equal skills, abilities, and experience, candidates residing within or willing to relocate to the County of Athabasca will be given preference.

Working outside of Canada is not supported by Athabasca University. You are legally not permitted to work for Athabasca University if you are living outside of Canada.