Administrative Office Assistant - James McQueen Public School and Victoria Terrace Public S

Position: 26OCT50 -Administrative Office Assistant - James McQueen Public School and Victoria Terrace Public S
ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)  The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 6,500 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 66 elementary and 12 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. We are committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students
The UGDSB is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.
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THE OPPORTUNITY  The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team for a  temporary   part-time  opportunity in the capacity of  Administrative Office Assistant - Elementary .

Location:

James McQueen Public School and Victoria Terrace Public School
FTE and

Hours:

0.28 FTE; 10 hours per week
Hourly Pay Rate  :  $24.26 - $29.31 per hour; wage rate effective September 1, 2025

Start Date:

As soon as possible
End Date:  Anticipated end date of June 30, 2027 with possibility of extension or may end earlier than anticipated
Board Information:  10-month position (yearly from September – June following the school year calendar); temporary; part-time;
Office, Clerical and Technical (OCT) Union
Vacancy Status:  This posting is for an existing vacancy
Reporting to the Principal and Vice Principal, the  Administrative Office Assistant   - Elementary  is responsible for providing confidential clerical and receptionist duties in the office of an elementary school. This role supports the efficient operation of the school office and provides essential administrative assistance to staff, students, and the school community.
Responsibilities  This position will be responsible for performing clerical and reception duties in the school including:
Verify student attendance through Safe Arrival program
Handle clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and maintaining records.
Act as a point of contact for the school office, welcoming visitors, managing incoming phone calls, and directing inquiries appropriately.
Performs a range of tasks including but not limited to data entry, student verification forms, preparing reports and correspondence
Other duties as assigned

Experience and Qualifications   Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent education and experience deemed equivalent by the Board
Proficiency in spelling, punctuation, grammatical usage
Excellent computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office and the ability to use a variety of computer applications and databases
Demonstrated ability to adhere to confidentiality at all times
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proven ability to collaborate with others in a professional, respectful, equitable and inclusive manner.
Familiarity with SDS, and Edsembli databases are considered an asset
INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING  The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
Persons with disabilities
At UGDSB, we recognize that individuals may hold overlapping identities, which shape their experiences in unique ways. We are committed to our…