Job Order Detail

Description

Applications are invited for a Part Time Permanent (6.5 hrs/day) Administrative Assistant at Gronlid School with duties to commence August 24, 2016.

Core function will involve entering and monitoring attendance, typing, filing, mail distribution, photocopying, computation, telephone answering and other duties as assigned by the Principal. As arranged with the Principal, the assignment may also involve some administrative support for the school library.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:
Testing in any of these areas may be a requirement prior to awarding of  position.
-Possess a Grade 12 education.
-Minimum of one year office, administrative assistant or secretarial training at a recognized institution accepted by the Board of Education is preferred.
-Possess strong interpersonal skills, ability to employ a team approach and possess a caring attitude toward elementary-aged children.
-Advanced knowledge in business English, spelling, and punctuation.
-Strong understanding of accounting practices.
-Knowledge in the operation of office equipment: such as - photocopier, fax, telephone/switchboard, intercom, scanner and computer.
-Demonstrated knowledge of methods and procedures used in maintaining an office.
-Proficiency in the operation of computers and extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.  Knowledge of Maplewood & Navision would be considered an asset.
-Ability to problem solve data processing issues.
-Ability to be creative and flexible in reacting to emergent or unexpected circumstances.
-Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality relative to school division operations.
-Be willing to join the Local CUPE 4875 union.