Senior Administrative Support - Elementary

Simcoe County District School Board; Oro-Medonte; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Simcoe County District School Board is seeking a Senior Administrative Support - Elementary to manage the main office functions and support the administrative team in meeting deadlines. The role requires strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities, with advanced MS Office and word processing skills.

Ideal candidates will work independently and as part of a team, adapt to changing needs, and handle sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced skills in MS Office and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform main office functions and support the administrative team to meet timelines.
• Prioritize and coordinate tasks across the office.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide reliable service to staff and external partners.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Prioritization

Problem solving

MS Office

Word processing

Adaptability

Independent work

Team player

Meeting deadlines

Confidentiality

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT (SAS) - ELEMENTARY

35 hours/week

The Senior Administrative Support - Elementary is responsible for all of the main office functions by performing, prioritizing, co-ordinating tasks and duties to ensure the administrative team meet timelines. The Senior Administrative Support acts as a resource to both internal and external individuals.

Qualifications

Required: Secondary School Diploma. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills. Advanced skills in various software applications, e.g. MS Office. Excellent word processing skills. Ability to adapt to changing situations in the workplace. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to meet tight deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred: Knowledge of Simcoe County District School Board Policies, Administrative Procedures Memoranda and Numbered Memoranda. Knowledge of board approved software, e.g. ATE, SchoolCash.net, JD Edwards, and Power School student information system. Knowledge of basic office and accounting procedures. First Aid and CPR Certificate. Previous experience working in a school environment. The duties, responsibilities and requirements for this position are not limited to the above but may include all of those in the Job Fact Sheet for Senior Administrative Support - Elementary.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees, even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Deadline: on or before 12:00 p.m. on the closing date listed.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor.

New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment.

All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.