Administrative Assistant - Brooks Composite High School

Administrative Assistant
Contract type:  Full Time;
Probationary;
Mon‑Fri: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Duration of Position:  August 25, 2026 – June 29, 2027

Location:

Brooks Composite High School, City of Brooks, Alberta

Application close date:  Until a suitable applicant pool has been established.

About the Position
School Administrative Assistants work as part of a two‑person team to support students, staff, and the overall operations of the school. The anticipated start date is August 25, 2026, with working hours Monday‑Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Training may be scheduled prior to the official start date and would be considered casual employment.

This role primarily supports the school through office administration duties. To ensure continuity of service for students, staff, and visitors, the successful candidate must demonstrate strong administrative aptitude and a willingness to develop business and office administration technical skills over time. Key competencies include resilience, adaptability, the ability to work effectively in a changing environment, capacity to manage competing priorities and setbacks, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to remain effective under pressure.

As the first point of contact for students, parents, visitors, and community members, the School Administrative Assistant plays an important role in representing the school and supporting a positive, welcoming environment. The successful candidate will be patient, reflective, kind, and enjoy working with adolescents. They will consistently demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and respect in all interactions, fostering strong relationships and a welcoming school culture.

Exceptional customer service, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

About the School
The Brooks Composite High School (BCHS) is a high school of over 700 students in grades 10‑12. We offer a full range of academic offerings in addition to a respected vocational program that includes Mechanics, Construction, Cosmetology, Foods, and Digital Media. We also offer a fine arts program that includes visual arts, music, and drama. The district Inclusive Education Program and a large ELL program serve the needs of many newcomers to Canada.

We are proud of our athletic and extracurricular programs, which include numerous teams and clubs.

About Grasslands Public Schools
Grasslands is a public school division serving the City of Brooks and surrounding County of Newell, with a student population of about 3,577. We have three elementary schools in Brooks, seven rural schools throughout Newell, and seven colony schools.

A vision: A community of learners dedicated to student success.

A mission:
To provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.

Values:
Collaboration, Integrity, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Wellness & Resilience, Engagement, Innovation, Accountability, and Transparency.

Job Duties

Act as a first point of contact and provide administrative support for BCHS students, staff, parents, and community members.

Update student attendance information in the SIS platform, as required.

Act as general Power School SIS platform support for staff and parents at the school.

Maintain, order, and organize office, school, and instructional supplies.

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