School Administrative Assistant, Sanford Collegiate

Job Posting: 2324-107
Location: Sanford Collegiate
37.5 hours per week
Start Date: As soon as possible
September-June Employment

Position to remain posted until filled

RESPONSIBILITIES
-Compiles data from a variety of sources
-Produces a wide variety of documents (correspondence, agendas, attendance, bulletins, etc.)
-Maintains manual and electronic documents
-Responds to inquiries from a variety of external and internal parties (staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.)
-Administers first aid and prescription medications to students (under the direction of a healthcare professional) for the purpose of providing emergency or necessary care in accordance with Divisional policies
-Supports administrative personnel – providing assistance where necessary
-Provides other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school
-Manage reception (phone calls, visitors, courier), and act as the “Front Desk -Manager” for anyone coming to our office. This means ensuring an excellent standard of service and high level of professional demeanor at all times, treating all visitors and callers with respect and courtesy.

DESIRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
-Strong oral and written communication skills
-Organizational and self starter, strong team player
-Demonstrates problem solving skills
-Sense of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
-Flexibility and enjoy working in a fast paced environment
-Minimum of Grade 12 education
-Post-secondary administrative assistant training (an asset)
-Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an administrative role (preferably a school setting)
-Experience with Powerschool and Atrieve (staff, budget, and purchase order database) an asset