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The Opportunity
As a Program Assistant (PA) at SADT, you will play a vital role in supporting program operations and enhancing student and faculty success. Reporting to the Manager of Operations, the PA provides high level administrative and operational support to Academic Chairs, program areas, and advising staff. This is an ideal role for a detail-oriented, resourceful, and service-focused individual who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
The Role
Program and Administrative Support
Provide efficient and effective support to Faculty, Academic Chairs, Associate Deans, such as:
manage meetings: scheduling, preparing documentation, taking minutes
assist with onboarding new instructors
send emails to HR for inquiries related to faculty
research procedures (what to do when X happens)
support recruiting efforts (info sessions, open houses, etc.)
collaborate on faculty schedules/loading o coordinate program advisory committee efforts
order and distribute course materials and manage inventory for labs and classrooms
assist with special activities, in and out of the classroom, including logistics, communication, and liaising with industry partners
support data entry and validation of instructor workload information and basic reporting for planning and program quality purposes
Assist with student related activities such as:
student issues related to access for faculty to classroom
student requests related to student-for-a-day o student awards o student accommodations
student capstones
School-Wide and Operational Support
Coordinate travel and professional development requests in accordance with SAIT policy, including booking and reconciliation of expenses.
Assist in developing and implementing best practices and processing improvements within the school’s operations.
Collaborate with other administrative team members to ensure consistent service and coverage across SADT programs.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Support
Work with Operations Manager to maintain HSE documentation and proactively support school level CORE audit requirements.
Coordinate HSE committee meetings, track action items, and follow up on compliance requirements.
Qualifications
Required
Diploma in Office, Business Administration, or equivalent education
Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in an administrative or customer service role.
Preferred
Experience in a post-secondary, government, or digital technology environment.
Knowledge of SAIT systems (e.g., Banner, Argos) and familiarity with scheduling or academic administration.
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Planner).
Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to shifting priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively.
Job Classification: Administrative Assistant I
Hours per week: 40
Salary Range: $46,113.60- $51,251.20
Position End Date: Aug 20th, 2027
Posting End Date: Aug 28th, 2026
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