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Job summary

Manage the school office by performing secretarial and administrative duties and other tasks assigned by the administration team. Support the school, students, and parents while maintaining the integrity of information and ensuring efficient office operations.

Job details

COPE Comp. 26-456 Closing date: 2026-10-02 @ 4:00 pm EST Elementary School Secretary - Temporary Location: Schumacher Public School Start date: As soon as possible to June 25, 2027, or return of absent employee Vacancy Details: 1.0 (full-time, 35 hours/week) This posting is for an existing vacancy. Reporting to the School Administrators, the Elementary School Secretary manages the operations of the office by performing a variety of secretarial and administrative duties as well as other related tasks assigned by the Administration team. The Elementary School Secretary will provide essential support to the school, students and parents, ensuring that integrity of information is maintained and the office operates efficiently. Requirements Post-secondary diploma in Office Administration or a related field Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience with board-specific software such as Aspen, SparkRock, Smartfind, and School Cash is considered an asset. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage workload efficiently and effectively. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Proven organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail and proficient keyboarding skills. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all levels within the school and Board. Compensation Salary in accordance with the current COPE collective agreement $ 29.12 - $34.25 per hour Interested Candidates Postings can be found on the DSB1 website at and on Apply to Education at . Please apply using Apply to Education by clicking the Apply button. Applications received through any other method will not be considered. DSB1 may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants, as defined under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). AI is not used to make final hiring decisions. In DSB1, final hiring decisions are made by DSB1 staff. Additional Information Internal applicants shall provide a covering letter indicating the position to which they are applying, a complete resume, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from their immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one which must be the current supervisor). External applicants shall provide a covering letter and a complete resume, including complete information about experience, training, employment history, dates, places and addresses of previous employers, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one which must be a current or recent supervisor). Must provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment. - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER- It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning environment for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22. Accommodation Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation please contact The Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment. Jonathan Byer(Board Chair) - Lesleigh Dye (Chief Executive Officer) 2026-09-25

What you’ll do

Manage the school office by performing secretarial and administrative duties and other tasks assigned by the administration team. Support the school, students, and parents while maintaining the integrity of information and ensuring efficient office operations.

Requirements

A post-secondary diploma in Office Administration or a related field is required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, independent work ability, keyboarding proficiency, and a commitment to confidentiality; experience with Aspen, SparkRock, Smartfind, or School Cash is an asset.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Office Administration · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Office Administration
• Microsoft Office
• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• Aspen
• SparkRock
• Smartfind
• School Cash
• Organization
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Interpersonal Communication
• Confidentiality
• Problem-Solving
• Keyboarding

Job areas

• Administrative
• Education