Administrative Assistant - Brooks Composite High School

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS is   accepting applications!
Position:  Administrative Assistant
Contract Type:  Full Time;
Probationary;
Mon
- Fri: 8:30AM to 4:30PM
Duration of Position:  August 25, 2026 - June 29, 2027

* opportunity to work casually for training before the official start date.
* Location:

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

* the*  Brooks Composite High School  
* is hiring!
* 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 for this position is August 25, 2026, with working hours from Monday to 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 both strong administrative aptitude and a willingness to develop business and office administration technical skills over time. In addition, 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.

These skills are essential in a fast-paced, service-oriented school environment.
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 to the collaborative and effective delivery of school services.
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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 all the academic offerings in addition to a well-respected vocational program that includes Mechanics, Construction, Cosmetology, Foods, and Digital Media. We also offer a fine arts program that includes visual arts and performing arts including Music and Drama.

In addition, we are pleased to host the district Inclusive Education Program and have a large ELL program that serves the needs of many newcomers to Canada. We are also very proud of the athletic and extracurricular programs at our school. We run a number of teams and clubs that provide students a great number of opportunities to participate in the life of the school.
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 school locations within the City of Brooks and seven rural locations throughout the County of Newell in addition to seven colony school locations.
Our Vision:  A community of Learners dedicated to student success
Our Mission:  To provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.
Our Values:  Collaboration, Integrity, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Wellness & Resilience, Engagement, Innovation, Accountability, and Transparency
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JOB DUTIES
Act as a first point of contact and 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
Manage web resources including digital communications, newsletter, events, and the school calendar
Other duties as assigned
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, and reading comprehension, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with a variety of audiences.
Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and sound judgment when responding to…