Secondary Administrative Assistant (10 Month )

St. Clement's School; Dryden; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board in Dryden is seeking a Secondary Administrative Assistant to support the school office with a focus on efficient operation and daily interactions with students, staff and parents.

This 10-month, full-time position at Dryden High School offers a 35-hour work week, a start date of immediately, and duties including data entry, office tasks, and coordination under the Principal or designate, with priority given to strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• College diploma in a business/office administration discipline; prior experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Google Workspace experience is preferred; willingness to learn database/ accounting software.
• Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of the school office and related functions.
• Interact daily with students, staff, parents, and stakeholders.
• Support data input, banking and other software applications as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to board policies.

Skills

Excellent office skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team player

Education

High School diploma

College diploma in business/office administration

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Database software

Accounting software

Job description

Position: Secondary Administrative Assistant (10 Month Yearly Position)

Hours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 fte) at 35 hours per week

Location: Dryden High School

Rate of Pay: $26.43-$30.34 / hour

Union Affiliation: OSSTF-OCL

Start Date: Immediately

This position will remain open until filled.

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

As one of the area's largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board's web site at http://www.kpdsb.ca/

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal or designate, through the Head Administrative Assistant, ensures the efficient operation of the school office as well as specific functions required by the school or board offices. Involvement with students, staff, parents and stakeholders occurs on a daily basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma required. A valid Driver’s license and the willingness and ability to travel for school board related business required. College diploma in a business/office administration discipline and previous experience preferred. Demonstrated experience in a Microsoft Windows environment and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience with Google Workspace is preferred. Willingness and ability to acquire skills in data base, accounting, banking and other related software applications is essential and the ability to utilize transferable skills related to technology. The following attributes are necessary: excellent office skills; ability to deal with tact and sound judgement in oral and written communications with students, staff and stakeholders; the ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimum supervision; the ability to problem solve and the ability to work independently in a team environment. Previous experience in an education environment will be considered an asset. This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) at the employee’s expense.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is conducted in a typical office environment in a school setting. Some increased attention to detail may be required for data input and certain tasks.

KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities

Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.