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Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Overview

Main Purpose and Function

The Executive Assistant is responsible for efficient and effective departmental operations with an extensive range of administrative services supporting senior level management and the overall business unit

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Proactively creates and maintains effective workflow and communications to accomplish the work of the General Manager through handling of a variety of projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Manages the General Manager’s calendars and schedules. Works with multiple, competing, and changing priorities to organize appointments and proactively resolving conflicts to ensure optimal use of General Manager’s time.
• Arranges large and small group meetings and meeting logistics such as scheduling attendees, room procurement, equipment, etc.
• Maintains the image of the office by ensuring that all correspondence prepared for the office adheres to a consistent and professional standard.
• Responds to telephone, e-mail and in-person enquiries and complaints escalated to the General Manager from internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides support to Directors, as required.
• Manages the flow of incoming and outgoing inquiries to the General Manager’s office. Drafts, screens, reviews, and edits sensitive and confidential correspondence. Provides information and referrals based on a broad knowledge of priorities, procedures, and protocol.
• Triages and acts as a liaison between the General Manager and the office, determining when issues need to be escalated for immediate attention.
• Secures, recommends, and coordinates agenda items for departmental meetings.
• Provides support to various committees which the Managers, Directors, GM may Chair by typing and distributing minutes, preparing agenda packages, arranging meeting dates/times/rooms.
• Places and manages orders for such items as office equipment, office supplies, and business cards.
• Drafts and circulates internal staff announcements and other relevant communications on behalf of the leadership team.
• Coordinates and tracks departmental Council report submissions and City Manager Minutes.
• Coordinates travel arrangements for staff and ensures that travel profiles are maintained, and all required approvals are obtained; coordinates training requests for staff.
• Prepares, distributes, and photocopies documents such as reports, presentations, correspondence, and spreadsheets which may contain sensitive, controversial, or confidential information.
• Attends senior leadership team meetings and other meetings as required.
• Submit appropriate human resource action forms for new hires, changes, and terminations.
• Coordinate implementation of new organizational systems and processes to improve efficiencies on behalf of the department.
• Approve expenses and review departmental costs.

• Perform project work and prepare a variety of reports and documents for the Director and senior staff.
• Act as the DBL Mobility and SAP Liaisons
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 supplemented by courses in administrative management with at least 5 years working at a senior management level in an administrative capacity and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills including a thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and business math.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of and ability to explain and apply City programs, policies, procedures, and collective agreements.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including the ability to prepare business correspondence, presentations, and reports.
• Ability to exercise substantial discretion and deal with highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize work, work under pressure with constant interruptions.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization and with the public and to provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work independently and work collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to research and analyze a variety of related data and issues.
• Ability to use a multitude of office equipment.
• Ability to use computer software such as Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Internet, VanDocs, SharePoint, SAP.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Development, Buildings & Licensing (1250) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: May, 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-040: $62007 to $77504 per annum

Application Close: April 30, 2025

When you join ScotiaMcLeod, you’ll be empowered to deliver Enriched Thinking®, a unique approach that incorporates your client’s thinking, as well as our thinking, to drive results. You’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver a client-centric approach to wealth management, enabling you to consider all the facets of your client’s life, family and business. With a focus on total wealth planning, and wealth specialists to help you deliver on this unique value proposition, you’ll be enabling clients to see not just the big picture, but all the little ones too.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION 

The Assistant Branch Administrator is responsible for supporting the Branch Management Team in ensuring a high level of success is achieved through effective operations and administrative efficiencies. 
   
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU 

In the role you will: 

• Consistently demonstrate high levels of internal and external client service
• Assist in the management of branch support staff, including executing development plans
• Ensure quality and efficiency of branch operations
• Assist with the execution and implementation of procedures to ensure compliance with corporate policies and industry regulations
   

DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS?

We would love to work with you if you have: 

• Experience in the securities industry 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills 
• Provide excellent client service in a professional and respectful manner
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Investment Representative (IR) license is an asset or obtain license within 15 months of hire which includes:
  • Canadian Securities Course (CSC), 
  • Canadian Practices Handbook (CPH),
  • Investment Representative Training Program (IRT)
  • ScotiaMcLeod internal 30-Day training program

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
• The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.  
• An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients. 
• An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success.  
• Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills 

Main Purpose and Function

The Fleet and Manufacturing Services supports the City of Vancouver in being a service provider in all aspects of Fleet Management. This is a semi-skilled shift work performed on a variety of City Fleet including Equipment.

Fleet and Manufacturing Services has four locations Manitoba Yard, National Yard, Evans Yard, and Burns Bog (located in Delta). Successful candidates must be able to work Monday to Friday from 3:10pm to 12:34 am and may be required to adjust shifts as operationally required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

The Operations Worker II performs servicing, minor repairs, and fueling either in the shop or in the field as instructed. Other duties include, ferrying of vehicles, cleaning of the shop, inside and outside, vehicles, equipment,and car wash as directed and all other related duties.

This position requires the successful candidate to use the Fleet and Manufacturing Services’ electronic fleet management system, currently Asset Works M5 and/or other computer software deemed relevant to fleet maintenance. After initial instructions, oral or written, from the supervisor, this work is then performed in accordance with prescribed schedules and subject to a quality review and conformance to established standards.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Up to completion of high school and some work experience.
• Completion of a recognized pre-apprenticeship training course in the preferred trade of heavy-duty mechanic and/or other related mechanical experience would be an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Sound knowledge of standard practices, methods, the tools, material and equipment used in the vehicle maintenance and servicing.
• Knowledge of safe work procedures.
• Some knowledge of the hazards and proper safety aspects of the vehicle maintenance and servicing.
• Some knowledge of the functions of the branch concerned and the established practices in vehicle maintenance and servicing.
• Ability to exercise some independence of judgment and action in the routine or simple aspects of the work.
• Ability to courteously answer questions and deal with the public.
• Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform heavy physical labour.
• Ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects.
• Ability to walk or stand continuously with frequent bending or twisting.
• Ability to work close to moving machinery and in high traffic areas.
• Ability to work on ladders, elevated areas and/or confined spaces.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, and on uneven surfaces
• Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment variety of tools and equipment.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record are required.
• A current and valid Class 1 or Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Brakes and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record is an asset
  • 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
  • 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
  • Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
  • Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior tothis posting)
  • Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting).

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300) 

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: June, 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-310: $34.22 per hour

Number of Positions: 4

Application Close: April 28, 2025