Secretary - Elementary
About the role
20 h/w (10 m/y)
Note: In cases where an internal applicant from a different classification applies, that candidate will be required to participate in an interview and will be subject to reference checks to determine eligibility for the position subject to Article 12.02 of the collective agreement. For greater clarity, the interview will be worth 70% and the reference check 30%.
Competition Period
Applications can be done at home or from outside the school at www.applytoeducation.com no later than 12:00 p.m. on the closing date outlined above.
Job Function
Provide all required secretarial services to the School through the preparation, organization, and distribution of documents, correspondence and reports. Respond to inquiries; maintain files and records; process purchase orders, mail and courier materials.
Job Description: Perform the following duties:
Answer telephone and counter enquiries; relay messages, screen incoming calls; place telephone calls. Greet and assist visitors such as officials, substitute and resource personnel, and public. Schedule and/or arrange appointments, meetings, facilities, conferences and execute follow-up procedures as required. Prepare, distribute, track, and/or type correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, documents. This may include materials of a confidential nature such as staff evaluations. (Implement and) Maintain the Board’s record management system. Maintain office and student records, i.e. O.S.R., Student Information Systems (Edsembli), School Messenger, staff lists etc. Receive, verify, record and report information pertaining to student attendance, health, safe school policy etc. Process mail and courier materials and distribute Board forms. Assist in processing and securing application for school tax support. Process student admissions, transfers and retirements. Process purchase orders. Receive, verify, distribute and/or assist with the storage of school supplies and equipment, and execute follow-up procedures. Duplicate, collate and assemble materials. Maintain petty cash float and records from fund collections, i.e. photographs, fundraising activities, etc. Assist the Principal with school banking procedures as directed; which may include collection, deposits and reconciliation of monies for trips, performances, etc. Assist with the organization, coordination and arrangements for student transportation. Instruct personnel in the operation of office equipment. Assist with the arrangements for service and/or repair of office, audio-visual equipment and computers where applicable. Assist with, and/or complete as required, medical logs as per Board policies 370.01 and 368.
Job Requirements
Requires O.S.S.D., plus one year of Office Administration, Secretarial/Business or equivalent. Requires knowledge and skill in the use of computers for projects such as Google Platform, spreadsheets, graphics, data input and retrieval, word processing. Requires demonstrated proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications. Requires knowledge of pertinent Government legislation and Ministry and Board policies, directives, regulations and procedures. Requires operating various office equipment (i.e. photocopier, calculator, public address system, etc.) Requires a high level of oral and written communication skills; the ability to perform the clerical duties required at the school; the ability to multitask and prioritize. Requires communicating effectively and working cooperatively with students, Board personnel, parents, parish community, municipal organizations and agencies and the general public. The ability to maintain, in the strictest confidence, information received concerning any school or staff matter.
PVNCCDSB is committed to achieving excellence in Catholic education. We leverage our inclusive organizational culture to further build upon our dynamic and diverse workforce, reflective of the communities we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), PVNCCDSB will work collaboratively and respectfully with you in all stages of the recruitment process and throughout your employment. For further information about what accommodation and accessibility look like at PVNCCDSB please refer to . If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 705-748-4861.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information provided is collected under the Education Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
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About Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board
At Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board, our Vision is to create a culture of faith, hope and love to ensure equity and well-being.
It is our Mission to accompany our students as we strive for excellence in Catholic Education. We educate students in faith-filled, loving, safe, inclusive schools to develop the God-given abilities of each person.
As you consider a career in education with PVNC, we encourage you to review our Multi-Year Strategic Plan, which outlines our roadmap for the future and our strategic priorities: Faith, Relationships, Mental Health & Well-being, Teaching & Learning, Equity, Technology, Environment and Resources.
Being Creative | Being Well | Being Community, our three overarching pillars, guide our strategic plan, helping us to organize our priorities as we strive to achieve our vision and undertake our mission each day. When you start a career at PVNC, you become part of a team of 2,000-plus employees dedicated to inspiring the lives of over 15,000 students. #PVNCinspires
We are proud of the opportunities we provide employees for personal, professional and spiritual growth. Our robust employee assistance program is there 24/7 to assist employees with a variety of mental health and personal supports.
PVNC offers rich and continuous professional development opportunities to foster a growth mindset and allow employees to reach new goals in their career.
Our Expanding Technology strategic priority ensures staff have access to innovative technology and wrap-around Information Technology support to increase the confidence of educators and students with up-to-date, real-world applications and technologies that meet industry standards and will support our students well into the future.
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Secretary - Elementary
About the role
20 h/w (10 m/y)
Note: In cases where an internal applicant from a different classification applies, that candidate will be required to participate in an interview and will be subject to reference checks to determine eligibility for the position subject to Article 12.02 of the collective agreement. For greater clarity, the interview will be worth 70% and the reference check 30%.
Competition Period
Applications can be done at home or from outside the school at www.applytoeducation.com no later than 12:00 p.m. on the closing date outlined above.
Job Function
Provide all required secretarial services to the School through the preparation, organization, and distribution of documents, correspondence and reports. Respond to inquiries; maintain files and records; process purchase orders, mail and courier materials.
Job Description: Perform the following duties:
Answer telephone and counter enquiries; relay messages, screen incoming calls; place telephone calls. Greet and assist visitors such as officials, substitute and resource personnel, and public. Schedule and/or arrange appointments, meetings, facilities, conferences and execute follow-up procedures as required. Prepare, distribute, track, and/or type correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, documents. This may include materials of a confidential nature such as staff evaluations. (Implement and) Maintain the Board’s record management system. Maintain office and student records, i.e. O.S.R., Student Information Systems (Edsembli), School Messenger, staff lists etc. Receive, verify, record and report information pertaining to student attendance, health, safe school policy etc. Process mail and courier materials and distribute Board forms. Assist in processing and securing application for school tax support. Process student admissions, transfers and retirements. Process purchase orders. Receive, verify, distribute and/or assist with the storage of school supplies and equipment, and execute follow-up procedures. Duplicate, collate and assemble materials. Maintain petty cash float and records from fund collections, i.e. photographs, fundraising activities, etc. Assist the Principal with school banking procedures as directed; which may include collection, deposits and reconciliation of monies for trips, performances, etc. Assist with the organization, coordination and arrangements for student transportation. Instruct personnel in the operation of office equipment. Assist with the arrangements for service and/or repair of office, audio-visual equipment and computers where applicable. Assist with, and/or complete as required, medical logs as per Board policies 370.01 and 368.
Job Requirements
Requires O.S.S.D., plus one year of Office Administration, Secretarial/Business or equivalent. Requires knowledge and skill in the use of computers for projects such as Google Platform, spreadsheets, graphics, data input and retrieval, word processing. Requires demonstrated proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet applications. Requires knowledge of pertinent Government legislation and Ministry and Board policies, directives, regulations and procedures. Requires operating various office equipment (i.e. photocopier, calculator, public address system, etc.) Requires a high level of oral and written communication skills; the ability to perform the clerical duties required at the school; the ability to multitask and prioritize. Requires communicating effectively and working cooperatively with students, Board personnel, parents, parish community, municipal organizations and agencies and the general public. The ability to maintain, in the strictest confidence, information received concerning any school or staff matter.
PVNCCDSB is committed to achieving excellence in Catholic education. We leverage our inclusive organizational culture to further build upon our dynamic and diverse workforce, reflective of the communities we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC), PVNCCDSB will work collaboratively and respectfully with you in all stages of the recruitment process and throughout your employment. For further information about what accommodation and accessibility look like at PVNCCDSB please refer to . If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 705-748-4861.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the personal information provided is collected under the Education Act and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
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About Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board
At Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board, our Vision is to create a culture of faith, hope and love to ensure equity and well-being.
It is our Mission to accompany our students as we strive for excellence in Catholic Education. We educate students in faith-filled, loving, safe, inclusive schools to develop the God-given abilities of each person.
As you consider a career in education with PVNC, we encourage you to review our Multi-Year Strategic Plan, which outlines our roadmap for the future and our strategic priorities: Faith, Relationships, Mental Health & Well-being, Teaching & Learning, Equity, Technology, Environment and Resources.
Being Creative | Being Well | Being Community, our three overarching pillars, guide our strategic plan, helping us to organize our priorities as we strive to achieve our vision and undertake our mission each day. When you start a career at PVNC, you become part of a team of 2,000-plus employees dedicated to inspiring the lives of over 15,000 students. #PVNCinspires
We are proud of the opportunities we provide employees for personal, professional and spiritual growth. Our robust employee assistance program is there 24/7 to assist employees with a variety of mental health and personal supports.
PVNC offers rich and continuous professional development opportunities to foster a growth mindset and allow employees to reach new goals in their career.
Our Expanding Technology strategic priority ensures staff have access to innovative technology and wrap-around Information Technology support to increase the confidence of educators and students with up-to-date, real-world applications and technologies that meet industry standards and will support our students well into the future.