Elementary Administrative Assistant; Position

Position: Elementary Administrative Assistant (10 Month Yearly Position)

Hours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 fte) at 35 hours per week

Location :
New Prospect Public School

Rate of Pay: $26.43-$30.34 / hour

Union Affiliation : OSSTF-OCL

Start Date: Effective Immediately

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

As one of the area's largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board's web site at

Under the direction of the Principal or designate, through the Head Administrative Assistant, ensures the efficient operation of the school office as well as specific functions required by the school or board offices. Involvement with students, staff, parents and stakeholders occurs on a daily basis.

High School diploma required. A valid Driver’s license and the willingness and ability to travel for school board related business required. College diploma in a business/office administration discipline and previous experience preferred. Demonstrated experience in a Microsoft Windows environment and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience with Google Workspace is preferred. Willingness and ability to acquire skills in data base, accounting, banking and other related software applications is essential and the ability to utilize transferable skills related to technology.

The following attributes are necessary: excellent office skills; ability to deal with tact and sound judgement in oral and written communications with students, staff and stakeholders; the ability to organize and complete work assignments with minimum supervision; the ability to problem solve and the ability to work independently in a team environment. Previous experience in an education environment will be considered an asset.

This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) at the employee’s expense.

Work is conducted in a typical office environment in a school setting. Some increased attention to detail may be required for data input and certain tasks.

KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to:
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities

Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.