UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional territories and homelands of many Indigenous peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River Métis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have continuously maintained homelands in northern Manitoba since time immemorial. The First Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into treaty relationships with the Crown (within our region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -- and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located within the treaty 5 adhesion).  The territory has also become home to other Indigenous peoples. We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation, and learning.

COMPETITION TYPE
Open Competition to the Public
COMPETITION NUMBER
25-136
CLOSING DATE
December 2, 2025
SALARY RANGE
$25.21 to $29.79 per hour
plus, remoteness allowance if applicable 
POSITION CLASSIFICATION
Administrative Assistant 3
POSITION LOCATION
Pukatawagan, Manitoba
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time Term, Position from December 8, 2025 to June 26, 2026
APPLY TO
Email:  [email protected] (PDF preferred format)
University College of the North,
Attention: Human Resources
P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7
Fax: (204) 623-4414

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Mihcet Meskanawah Teaching and Learning

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North.  UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs.  We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including tuition waivers.

DUTIES
Reporting to the Associate Dean Mihcet Meskanawah Teaching and Learning, the Administrative Assistant will oversee the centre operations and be a main contact for UCN programming. The successful incumbent is responsible for ensuring daily operations at the centre are maintained to ensure health and safety for all staff and students. The Administrative Assistant will work collaboratively with UCN departments, faculty, and staff for program planning and delivery. The position is responsible for establishing, implementing and monitoring administrative processes within the centre using knowledge of UCN processes and policies. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• College Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Experience working with Indigenous and northern adult learners
• Knowledge of local organizations and community
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office 365
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments and external organizations 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective time management skills
• Commitment to life-long learning

ASSETS
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language
• Previous experience working in an educational setting
• Knowledge and experience with learning technologies in a college or university setting

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada 

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)
UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources.
Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Application materials, including 
references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).
For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca