Central Okanagan School District #23
It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,000 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and / or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 51 school sites with 33 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.
We invite applications for the position of :
Purchasing Assistant
Under the supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Assistant process purchase requests, prepare tenders, maintain the Central Stores inventory, order supplies, oversee the sales of surplus equipment / materials, respond to inquiries, and perform clerical duties.
Specific duties and responsibilities include :
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications :
one (1) year previous experience in a related position;
The successful applicant will be expected to :
This is full time continuing position starting as soon as possible, working 35 hours per week at a wage rate of $28.80 per hour, plus a comprehensive employee benefit package including extended health and dental coverage, short term and long-term disability insurance and participation in a defined benefit pension plan.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online on Make a Future at https : / / buff.ly / 4ah4zyB with cover letter and a detailed resume, including three (3) professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications by 4pm on Monday January 27, 2025.
W e thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.