Job Description
<p>The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and providing administrative and secretarial support services within a school setting in order to ensure a positive and safe learning environment for all students, staff and members of the public. Duties include, but are not limited to: scheduling, prioritizing and maintaining the daily workflow of the office; coordinate and conduct student registrations, monitor school budgets and supplies, coordinate the purchase of school supplies and services and maintain proper accounting records accordingly, preparation and/or typing of correspondence, completion of reports and documents, maintenance of files and records, and answering and/or directing enquiries as per board/school policy.</p><p>Required Skills And Qualifications</p><ul><li>Two year College Diploma or equivalent combination of secretarial courses and up to five years of relevant secretarial experience in a school or related position</li><li>Excellent secretarial and bookkeeping skills. Proven time management, scheduling and organizational skills</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in keyboarding, computer and word processing skills, utilizing programs such as Word, e-mail systems, Accounting, Spreadsheet and Database applications. Previous exposure in working with SDS, Power School and e-Funds is desirable.</li><li>Familiarity with office equipment including; photocopier, facsimile, public address system, and multi-line phone system.</li><li>Strong communication skills and effective interpersonal skills in dealing with students, parents, Administration, Teachers, Board Office personnel and the general public</li><li>Proven ability to work co-operatively both independently and as a member of an interdepartmental team</li><li>Demonstrated track record of initiative and ability to assume a leadership role</li><li>Good knowledge of school policies regarding attendance/safe arrival procedures and administration of medication is essential; as well as knowledge of School- specific activities such as kindergarten and student registration and OSR maintenance</li><li>First Aid Certification would be an asset</li></ul><p>Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request. Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at or 12.</p><p>Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.</p><p>As a condition of employment, new employees to SMCDSB are required, by legislation,</p><p>to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.</p><p>THE BOARD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</p><p>Kimberly Dixon Maria Hardie</p><p>Director of Education Board of Trustees</p>
