School Administrative Assistant Ft - Brooks, Canada - Grasslands Public Schools

Grasslands Public Schools

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Brooks, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position:
School Administrative Assistant

Contract Type:
Full-Time; 34 Hours/week

Start date:
As soon as possible

Location:

Brooks Composite High School

Application close date:
As soon as a suitable applicant pool has been established

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Treaty Acknowledgement

We wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the

Blackfoot Confederacy:
Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuu T'ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations.

We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us.

We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

At Grasslands Public Schools we look for people who are passionate about being a part of a collaborative team that thrives on a foundation of:
Student Learning

School + Community Relationships

Inclusive + Healthy Environments

the Brooks Composite High School is hiring

This role is often the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors.

By virtue of this requires an incumbent who is patient, reflective and kind, and understands the impact they have on the perceptions of the school and the division.

The Brooks Composite High School (BCHS) is a high school of approximately 660 students in grades Students receive a full range of academic offerings in addition to a well-respected vocational program that includes Mechanics, Foods, Construction, Digital Technology, and Cosmetology.

BCHS also offers a large variety of fine arts, extra-curricular and athletic programs. The school hosts the District Life Skills program and supports a large English as an Additional Language program.

MISSION
Provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.

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It's great to work at Grasslands

We pay up to 92% of health, dental and other extended benefit premiums.

In this role you will have weekends and summers off, and often have extended time off during holiday seasons, as scheduled on the school calendar.

Grasslands is a Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP) employer
- eligibility is based on position and hours worked

We Prioritize Wellness and Active Living:
Grasslands Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Brooks Recreation Services, offer discounts on JBS Canada Centre memberships and passes, for Grasslands employees

We regularly plan book studies, social events, guest presenters, and more

We have implemented early dismissal, for students, on Fridays (Fri-yay), to give more flexibility in schedules, for colleagues to meet, collaborate, and learn within working hours.

Job Duties:
Maintain the Student Information System program including scheduling and meeting Alberta Education requirements;
assist in using the KEV/School Cash system to maintain and complete daily school accounting and bookkeeping tasks;
act as a first point contact at the school, general and day-to-day inquiries from students, parents and community members, assist with substitute bookings; provide support as required;
manage web resources including digital communications, newsletter, events, and calendar; and,

maintain office resources, school and instructional supplies including ordering and organization.

Understanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and values.

Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity.

Able to contribute a school environment that supports diversity and inclusion.

Understanding and appreciation how this role impacts the school, division and community.

Enjoys working with and around adolescents.

Enjoys and is able to thrive in a fast paced and busy environment.

Ability to prioritize, multitask and work independently or as part of a large staff

Strong communication skills; written, verbal and reading

Excellent problem solving, organizational and multi-tasking skills

Outstanding ability to communicate with students and adults

Personal integrity and trustworthiness.

Able to establish trust and rapport with students and coworkers.

Preferred Education and Certifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary diploma in a relevant field

Familiarity with PowerSchool Student Information System, PASI, Docushare, Laserfische as well as, bookkeeping procedures, KEV and SchoolCash Online will be considered an asset
- a combination of relevant training, education and experience would be considered an asset

Successful applicants will be required to submit before start date:

Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

Original document reported within the last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment