Office Coordinator

Office Coordinator Do you like to wear jeans to the office almost every day? Have fun at work? Help plan staff events and participate in community events? Are you passionate about our environment and sustainability?

This is an ideal entry level office administrative position in a multi-faceted company and may also appeal to candidates with prior experience who are seeking a dynamic, support-focused role for someone who is committed to our shared ocean resources through fisheries management and environmental services. WHAT ARE WE ALL ABOUT?

Archipelago has been around for over 40 years and is at the forefront of monitoring solutions for fisheries around the world. We create and deploy technology for electronic monitoring of commercial fishing vessels, employ dockside observers to collect data, and report back to our clients using these tools. This data helps manage global fisheries and ensure sustainability for generations to come. We also perform a variety of environmental services to help protect habitats, support eco-friendly planning and safeguard sustainable development.

Our head office sits right on the water in Victoria (Esquimalt), British Columbia and we have offices in Alaska, Oregon, Australia, and in port cities up and down the British Columbia coast. WHAT WILL YOU DO EVERY DAY AS AN OFFICE COORDINATOR?

You will support the administrative needs of all our departments and our executive leadership team. As well, you will be the primary contact for Archipelago when our clients come to the door or call us on the phone. Here are some everyday tasks for the office coordinator role : Front desk and telephone reception : incoming and outgoing correspondence with clients.

Responsible for shipping and receiving, office supply purchasing and inventory, and communications with vendors.

Assist with travel and event and meeting coordination for staff and in the office.

Finance and administration support; processing payments, assisting with invoicing, and daily deposits.

Facilities maintenance support.

Human Resource support; preparing correspondence, processing confidential information and assisting with recruitment.

The position is a 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8 : 30 to 4 : 30, fully in-office. WHAT DO WE OFFER? Group Benefits Program (Health & Dental)

Health Spending Account

A commitment to sustainability and the environment within all our operations

Staff Deck Days (Overlooking the Inner Harbour) and other staff social events

Ocean Front Building with close proximity to transit and bike paths

Free Parking (and secure bike storage) WHAT DO YOU OFFER? A welcoming attitude

An efficient and positive approach to your work

Excellent organizational skills

An attention to detail so strong that you notice this speling error

The ability to learn quickly

A willingness to accept change (while keeping a positive attitude)

A creative approach to everything you do

Confidence to bring new ideas to the table

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office 365 primarily) BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE Office Admin experience

Accounting or bookkeeping experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 “Business Central” Archipelago works to provide an inclusive, fair, and equitable working environment for staff of all backgrounds. Regardless of your race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, disability or age; if you share our values surrounding the careful management of our ocean resources, we welcome your unique contributions and perspectives. WHAT ELSE?

The anticipated starting salary range for this role is $40,000 to $42,000 annually, based on a 37.5-hour work week. If you are interested in applying, please email your resume and cover letter to hr@archipelago.ca