Fiddlehead Seeks Secretary

Fiddlehead and Studies in Canadian Literature
Secretary position

We are looking for someone interested in Canadian literature and the arts to work as a part-time secretary (18 hours/week) for The Fiddlehead and Studies in Canadian Literature. These two well-established Canadian journals are housed on the Fredericton campus of UNB. The secretary will assist the managing editor in the daily running of the journals' office and will be responsible for such tasks as handling daily correspondence, processing and tracking submissions, updating various databases, and assisting in the production of the journals and needed marketing materials. The secretary also will assist in the planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns, subscription drives, and other events promoting the journals and creative writing at the University of New Brunswick.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two-year business college diploma in office/business administration and five years related experience or an equivalent of training and experience. A university degree and a love of Canadian literature and an interest in the arts are assets. He or she should also possess strong communication skills, both oral and written; have good problem-solving skills, be able to work with a high degree of autonomy and accountability. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required as is some familiarity with relational database programs (e.g. Filemaker Pro). Some desktop publishing and graphic design experience including familiarity with InDesign preferred.

This position is under UNB's Administrative, Professional & Technical and the pay range is $14.28 - $17.09 Per Hour. It is a three-year contract position and is for 18 hours/week. The closing date of the competition is November 6, 2006. For more details and to download a UNB employment application form, please see the UNB support staff postings at http://www.unb.ca/postings/dir.cgi?eup

All applications should be directed to: UNB Fredericton, Human Resources, Room 102, Physics and Admin. Building or to UNB Saint John, Financial and Admin. Services, Room 114/115 Oland Hall.