The Good Spirit School Division invites applications for a Temporary Assistant to the Director The Assistant to the Director plans, organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates the activities of the school division that are integral to the success of Director of Education and the administrative tasks of the school division. This will include the creation of statistical reports, communications including In Focus and media releases, Board meeting preparation, coordinate and develop Annual Report, ministry reporting (eg. School Closure checklist), track Out of Attendance Area requests, track and report student discipline reporting, and other school division administrative matters.

This position will assist in the development of strategies and processes to build strong stakeholder relationships, and promote a healthy, productive and engaged work environment aligned with the Division’s Mission, Vision and Values. The Assistant to the Director assists the Senior Admin in fulfilling the general and specific aspects of their work and will represent the Division in an ethical, positive, and professional manner. This position works toward 4 strategic focus and long-term goals.

Contract Term January 6, 2026 to January 4, 2027

Salary Details In accordance with Out- Of-Scope Salary Grid

Contact Details Quintin Robertson, Director of Education

quintin.robertson

Skills And Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build trusting, collaborative work environments with a variety of stakeholders in education
• Ability to deal with people sensitively and professionally always.
• Analytical with the ability to recognize areas of concern or opportunity for efficiencies.
• Effective communication skills both oral and written
• On-going commitment to personal professional growth and development.
• Shows commitment to the organizational vision and foundational statements by acting in accordance with organizational expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• A degree, diploma or certificate in communications or Business Administration would be considered a definite asset
• Quality & Organization of Work
• Analytical with the ability to recognize areas of concern or opportunity for efficiencies
• Attention to detail and ensure work is consistently completed and accurate within expected timeframes
• Demonstrates effective organizational skills resulting in the organization’s compliance with all legal, Ministerial and Board mandates and timelines. Adaptability & Flexibility
• Ability to embrace change and work in a high paced environment
• Able to work effectively within a variety of situations, and with various individuals or groups.Flexibility entails understanding and appreciating different and opposing perspectives on an issue and adapting one’s approach as the requirements of a situation change Communication
• Ability to deal with people sensitively and professionally always.
• Effective communication skills both oral, written and media Job Knowledge
• Committed to professional learning towards enhancing his or her skills and knowledge to perform the required tasks. One must demonstrate his or her ability to effectively create, manipulate and utilize spreadsheets, word documents, file management, email calendar and social media platforms.
• On-going commitment to personal professional growth and development. Cooperation & Teamwork
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build trusting, collaborative work environments with a variety of stakeholders in education
• This position involves working collaboratively with, and under the direction of the Director of Education. As a result, a strong relationship with all school and GSEC personnel and community members is required on a daily basis.
• The Assistant to the Director must have the ability to work as a team player and work independently with minimal supervision

Working Conditions

• Out of Scope based on a 12- month calendar
• Office at Good Spirit Education Complex

The division office for the Good Spirit School is located in Yorkton, a growing community of 17,000. The division serves the growing region of East Central Saskatchewan which is known for the many individual and family-friendly recreational opportunities.

Interviews will be conducted with a suitable pool of applicants. Please note that GSSD may contact informal references not listed in your application package.

Applicants not currently working for GSSD will be required to submit a recent (within the last six months) criminal record and vulnerable sector check acceptable to the Board of Education prior to offer of employment.

The Good Spirit School Division strives to provide a safe, caring, and welcoming schools for children. Our primary objective is to foster a respectful learning environment to achieve student success and well-being in each of our 27 public schools throughout East-Central Saskatchewan. Our values of belonging, respect, responsibility, learning, nurturing, diversity and perseverance ensure "Students Come First" and "Learning Without Limits...Achievement For All." We thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Good Spirit School Division, however, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. We encourage all applicants to check our website regularly for ongoing vacancies that may be of interest to you.