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SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY (French would be an asset)
HOURS OF WORK : 8 : 15am -4 : 30 pm (7.25 HOURS / DAY)
START DATE : As soon as possible
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION FOCUS
Under the supervision of the principal, the School Administrative Secretary is responsible for ensuring the harmonious and efficient operation of the school office, coordinating the work of the other clerical staff and providing secretarial and accounting services in support of the school’s activities.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Under the direction of the school administrator, it is ultimately the responsibility of the Administrative Secretary to ensure the thorough and efficient operation for the office. The Admin Secretary is responsible for the work flow to ensure effective operation of the office. Assigned duties will vary from school to school depending on the number of office staff and the needs of the school.
- Ensures confidentiality of school documents, records, correspondence, verbal information and other sensitive material
- Processes and maintains materials as required : (i.e. student records, report cards, student grades, and timetables)
- Responsible for submission of timesheets, absence reports, sub reports and general management of SFE (SmartFind Express)
- Receives processes and / or maintains confidential material for school administration
- Supports school administration in preparing Emergency Preparedness Plan
- Maintains an emphasis on the importance of good public relations and ensures that the office activities reflect this emphasis
- Greets visitors, determines needs and responds appropriately
- Answers telephone, relays / takes messages and responds appropriately to requests for information
- Supports school visitor access protocol
- Management and distribution of mail for consideration by administration and staff
- Composes correspondence for administration
- Prepares routine correspondence, reports, notices, newsletters, memos and agendas
- Creates and maintains email groupings
- Submit IT work orders
- Troubleshoot and process service requests for photocopier(s) and printers
- Registration for Provincial Exams (where applicable)
- Correspondence, data entry and scheduling of appointments for Parent Teacher Conferences
- Prepares monthly / yearly enrolment reports
- Correspondence, scheduling, screening calls, prime support for school administration
- Support Field Trip planning and organization (permission slips, booking buses, etc.)
- Monitors and manages staff / student parking assignments
- Helps to care for sick and injured students and administers basic First Aid when required
- Maintains appropriate First Aid supplies in collaboration with WPSH
- Processes accident reports, WCB claims, in compliance with Divisional requirements
- Liaise with Admin Office Staff
- Other office duties as may be assigned from time to time by school administration
ACCOUNTING
Makes recommendations for the acquisition of office and general school suppliesMaintains accurate records of expenditures against budget planBalances monthly bank reconciliationsMaintains books for school bank accounts, issues cheques and provides necessary reportsVerifies and receipts cash received and prepares bank deposits and delivers to bankSubmits monthly recoverables to the Secretary Treasurer’s DepartmentSubmits purchase orders using softwareMaintains records and prepare annual T4A reportRECORDS MANAGEMENT
Registration of new students – secure verification (proof of identity and address, Birth Certificate, immigration status as applicable)Registration of courses and communication to staff of new enrollmentRequesting and sending CUM files in accordance with Divisional policyEnsure accurate student attendance recordsCreate Proof of Enrollment Letters as requestedMaintenance of Mayet student informationConfigure Mayet for current teacher / room / course assignmentsPupil File management through Records Management protocolProcess Out of Catchment / Division Schools of choice applicationsAnnual Photo Release and Technology Acceptable Use Forms, distribution and managementCreate necessary reporting for September 30th submissionsURIS
Management of URIS plans with nurseDistribution of medication as required by URIS plan and supporting documentationIdentify medical needs and ensure proper paper work is processedMaintain filing system for current and expired health care plansEnsure proper storage of medicationAssist in arranging for any immunizations by WHRA as applicableEnsure staff are made aware of student medical needs and treatment plansPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant post-secondary education or equivalentMinimum two years’ experience in related fieldAbility to work cooperatively as a team memberAccounting experience preferredExcellent oral and written communication skillsA demonstrated ability to establish rapport with students, staff and parentsMicrosoft Office and technology experience applicable to an office environmentAbility to prioritize work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlinesEffective word processing skills, ideally 50 wpm minimumPembina Trails School Division is committed to removing barriers to ensure employment opportunities are accessible for all applicants. If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact : [email protected]
Pembina Trails School Division is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving groups with diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities.