The Alberta Teachers’ Association
invites applications for
Senior Administrative Assistant, Professional Development
Permanent Full-time position
Work location: Barnett House (11010 142 Street NW), Edmonton
As the professional organization of Alberta teachers, the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) promotes and advances public education, supports teachers’ professional practice and serves as the advocate for its members. The ATA is proud to retain our status as one of Alberta’s Top 80 Employers for consecutive years. We offer the following:
- A 35-hour work week, a minimum of three weeks of paid vacation, and multiple additional categories of paid time off to support work/life balance
- A competitive starting annual salary of $55,811 (to a maximum of $69,494 after three years)
- A full range of 100% employer-paid benefits for you and your eligible family members
- Free onsite parking, onsite gym, outdoor patio, cafeteria, library and multifaith/quiet spaces
The Opportunity
Reporting to the supervisor in Professional Development, the Senior Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support to executive and professional staff. They are responsible for supporting several PD programs, projects and initiatives; assisting in the maintenance and management of information; and completing special projects and other duties as assigned. Specific responsibilities include the following:
- Producing, editing and distributing committee, conference, workshop, seminar and/or meeting materials, reports, addenda and correspondence
- Maintaining ATA standards in the production of documents and materials
- Assisting staff in preparing and editing documents, including PowerPoint presentations
- Scheduling meetings and events, and booking meeting rooms
- Maintaining accurate electronic filing systems and records, as required
- Opening incoming mail and actioning accordingly
- Assisting with the general organization of the program area, as assigned
- Answering and screening phone calls
- Assisting at conference sites, as required
Qualifications
- A completed related certificate and a minimum of three years’ administrative experience, with demonstrated accuracy in keyboarding, proofreading, spelling, punctuation and grammar;
- Experience dealing with difficult and sensitive situations and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with others
- Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work assignments, as well as work well under pressure within tight, conflicting timelines
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Demonstrated initiative, problem solving and analytical skills
- Commitment to continuous professional development
- Intermediate abilities in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with Alinity is an asset
- Being bilingual in both written and spoken French and English is an asset
How to apply: Applications can be emailed to [email protected] by 4 PM on Friday, August 14, 2026.
As an employer, the ATA aims to reflect and respond to the diversity of our membership, staff and the public. To help us better serve our members across the province, diverse applicants or candidates who speak more than one language are encouraged to identify these assets in their employment application.
The Alberta Teachers’ Association thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $55,811.00-$69,494.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How much experience with the Microsoft 365 suite do you have?
Experience:
- Administrative: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
