Secretary General Administration (Full-time)
Top Benefits
About the role
DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF NIAGARA Secretary – General Administration Lifetime Learning Centre (LLC) One (1) Permanent Full- time Position 35 Hours per Week; 10 - month Position Applications through applytoeducation.com are invited for this position from properly
qualified employees within the system presently covered under the scope of the District
School Board of Niagara Office, Clerical and Technical Group, and shall be directed to the
attention of Employee Services. Resumes from applicants outside the bargaining unit will
not be accepted for this posting. Application must be done via Apply to Education.
The successful applicant to this position will be required to assist the Attendance Counsellor in the efficient administration of the portfolio.
This position also includes the Supervised Alternative Learning (SAL) portfolio.
The work involves working extensively with computer software programs to support school
attendance, correspondence, and academic reporting. The clerical operations are varied
and require attention to detail particularly when they concern student attendance and
accurate recording of C - codes. Applicants are required to deal with telephone and email
inquiries from administrators in a positive and professional manner. The position includes
the organization, preparation, and record keeping for board SAL committee meetings
including minutes, attendance and decisions made. The successful applicant will ensure
that SAL applications are tracked accordingly and maintain accurate recording of C – code submissions.
Demonstrated proficiency and experience must include ability to efficiently use Microsoft
Word and Excel, student data base management ( Aspen ) as well as other electronic
systems used by the Board and a general knowledge of office procedures and school
programs. A knowledge of Google Docs, Adobe (or similar software) is also required. The
successful applicant must also have demonstrated skill and ability in maintaining
organization in a busy office.
The successful candidate must demonstrate confidentiality, flexibility, strong
organizational and time management skills, initiative, critical and creative thinking, and an
exemplary work ethic. Proficiency in spelling, punctuation and grammatical usage is
required, excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and the skillset to interact
professionally and courteously.
Applicants must have Grade 12 education (a minimum two - year College diploma in Office
Administration is preferred . Applicants must have the equivalent of ten (10) working
months of clerical/secretarial experience in a school board setting within the past two (2)
years, which demonstrates proficiency in the functions described above.
To fully assess your qualifications, a resume is necessary. Please ensure a current updated
resume (plus cover letter), outlining your experience and qualifications, is posted to your
account via www.applytoeducation.com. Only those candidates selected for an interview
will be contacted.
Reason for Posting – Internal transfer backfill
The District School Board of Niagara is committed to inclusive, barrier - free recruitment and selection processes. We will offer accommodation for applicants as required throughout the stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted by the District School Board of Niagara regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation. Information relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially
About District School Board of Niagara
The DSBN is home to 79 elementary schools and 17secondary schools in the 12 municipalities that make up the Niagara Region. We are proud to serve over 39,000 students each year. The DSBN is governed by a Board of 11 elected trustees.
Providing students with a quality public education that empowers them with the knowledge and desire to chase their dreams requires a continuous team effort. It demands that our teachers, principals, support staff, senior administration and trustees maintain an unwavering focus on student learning.
Secretary General Administration (Full-time)
Top Benefits
About the role
DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF NIAGARA Secretary – General Administration Lifetime Learning Centre (LLC) One (1) Permanent Full- time Position 35 Hours per Week; 10 - month Position Applications through applytoeducation.com are invited for this position from properly
qualified employees within the system presently covered under the scope of the District
School Board of Niagara Office, Clerical and Technical Group, and shall be directed to the
attention of Employee Services. Resumes from applicants outside the bargaining unit will
not be accepted for this posting. Application must be done via Apply to Education.
The successful applicant to this position will be required to assist the Attendance Counsellor in the efficient administration of the portfolio.
This position also includes the Supervised Alternative Learning (SAL) portfolio.
The work involves working extensively with computer software programs to support school
attendance, correspondence, and academic reporting. The clerical operations are varied
and require attention to detail particularly when they concern student attendance and
accurate recording of C - codes. Applicants are required to deal with telephone and email
inquiries from administrators in a positive and professional manner. The position includes
the organization, preparation, and record keeping for board SAL committee meetings
including minutes, attendance and decisions made. The successful applicant will ensure
that SAL applications are tracked accordingly and maintain accurate recording of C – code submissions.
Demonstrated proficiency and experience must include ability to efficiently use Microsoft
Word and Excel, student data base management ( Aspen ) as well as other electronic
systems used by the Board and a general knowledge of office procedures and school
programs. A knowledge of Google Docs, Adobe (or similar software) is also required. The
successful applicant must also have demonstrated skill and ability in maintaining
organization in a busy office.
The successful candidate must demonstrate confidentiality, flexibility, strong
organizational and time management skills, initiative, critical and creative thinking, and an
exemplary work ethic. Proficiency in spelling, punctuation and grammatical usage is
required, excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and the skillset to interact
professionally and courteously.
Applicants must have Grade 12 education (a minimum two - year College diploma in Office
Administration is preferred . Applicants must have the equivalent of ten (10) working
months of clerical/secretarial experience in a school board setting within the past two (2)
years, which demonstrates proficiency in the functions described above.
To fully assess your qualifications, a resume is necessary. Please ensure a current updated
resume (plus cover letter), outlining your experience and qualifications, is posted to your
account via www.applytoeducation.com. Only those candidates selected for an interview
will be contacted.
Reason for Posting – Internal transfer backfill
The District School Board of Niagara is committed to inclusive, barrier - free recruitment and selection processes. We will offer accommodation for applicants as required throughout the stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted by the District School Board of Niagara regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation. Information relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially
About District School Board of Niagara
The DSBN is home to 79 elementary schools and 17secondary schools in the 12 municipalities that make up the Niagara Region. We are proud to serve over 39,000 students each year. The DSBN is governed by a Board of 11 elected trustees.
Providing students with a quality public education that empowers them with the knowledge and desire to chase their dreams requires a continuous team effort. It demands that our teachers, principals, support staff, senior administration and trustees maintain an unwavering focus on student learning.