SAM – 26-27-063 – Administrative Assistant 5 (AA5)

St Albert Public School Division; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits under Alberta School Employee

Job summary

St. Albert Public Schools is recruiting a Full Time, Probationary Administrative Assistant 5 (AA5) for Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary School.

The role supports school financial operations, monitors budgets, codes expenditures, and maintains a welcoming environment for staff, students, and families. Hours are 35.0 per week, Monday–Friday, with an hourly rate of $28.25 under the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

• PowerSchool experience required.
• Experience with budgeting and recordkeeping.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support school financial operations and budgeting in the admin office.
• Monitor budget and ensure expenditures are properly coded and allocated.

Skills

PowerSchool

Budgeting

Recordkeeping

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 + accounting/office admin

Tools

Rycor

Atrieve

Job description

Administrative Assistant 5 (AA5) St. Albert Public Schools is currently recruiting a

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary School. More than 9000 students are enrolled in St. Albert Public Schools. From Preschool to Grade 12, our students learn and succeed in programs that are recognized for excellence and their focus on citizenship and sound values.

Competition: SAM – 26-27-063 – Administrative Assistant 5 (AA5)

St. Albert Public Schools is currently recruiting a Full Time, Probationary, Administrative Assistant 5 (AA5) for a work assignment at Sir Alexander Mackenzie Elementary School. More than 9000 students are enrolled in St. Albert Public Schools. From Preschool to Grade 12, our students learn and succeed in programs that are recognized for excellence and their focus on citizenship and sound values.

Hours of Work

Hours of Work: 35.0 hrs. /week; 7.0 hrs. /day; Monday-Friday; Full Time, Probationary

Hourly Rate

$28.25 per hour, as per the CUPE Collective Agreement

Specific Needs/Requirements For This Position

• This position requires a high level of collaboration and teamwork with another Administrative Assistant (AA4) as well as our entire school staff.
• Knowledge of and experience with PowerSchool is required.
• Experience with Rycor and Atrieve is considered an asset.
• Ability to create and maintain a positive and welcoming environment for students, parents, colleagues, and visitors is essential.
• This position works directly with school administration to support school financial operations and serves as the primary resource for financial-related matters within the school. In consultation with the principal, responsibilities include monitoring the school budget, ensuring accuracy, and verifying that expenditures are properly coded and allocated.
• The successful candidate must be self‑motivated, accurate, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required to build and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, and the community.
• A high level of concentration and accuracy is required for recordkeeping. Work outside of normal office hours may be required at peak times, including the beginning and end of the school year. Occasional time away from the office may be required to purchase and pick up supplies from vendors.
• Previous experience working in a school setting is considered an asset.
• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality is required due to regular interaction with students and families, including those in sensitive or vulnerable situations.
• Preferred qualifications include completion of Grade 12, supplemented by post‑secondary education in accounting or office administration, along with a minimum of five (5) years of directly related office and accounting experience.

Applications, either written or electronic, must include documentation which describes:

• Highest level of formal education.
• Professional certificates, trade certificates, etc.
• Courses, seminars, specialized training.
• Experience related to the position.
• Other skills and abilities applicable to the position.

• In accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement, this position offers a comprehensive benefits package found under Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan.

All completed applications received by the deadline will be considered.

However, Only Short-listed Candidates Will Be Contacted.

All new employees to St. Albert Public Schools are required to submit a recent (within 6 months),

clear Vulnerable Sector/Criminal Record Check prior to commencement of employment.