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This is for 1- Permanent Part-time position- School Administrative Assistant
JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (JES) – Watson Lake
Home to the Liard First Nation people, Johnson Elementary School is one of 11 Yukon schools who have joined the newly established First Nation School Board (FNSB) in the Yukon. Dene Zā́gé’- Kaska is the traditional language of the Liard First Nation people.
Johnson Elementary School is a K – 7 school with approximately 130 students. We are actively seeking a School Administrative Assistant who are dedicated to living in and being an active member of the community and who can adapt well to a remote lifestyle. Our School professionals value authentic relationships and are committed to working with students, community, administration, Liard First Nation Education team and the FNSB to make positive, progressive changes to education outcomes for learners of Watson Lake.
For more information about our school, please visit our website at Johnson Elementary School and the First Nation School Board website.
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below. Note that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit this resource page on Yukon.ca.
Essential Qualifications
- Strong ability to build positive, respectful relationships with diverse clients, colleagues, and community members
- Experience in front line interaction such as providing a welcoming and courteous support to clients and visitors, maintaining professionalism
- Experienced in coordinating administrative workflows, ensuring accurate records management and proper handling of sensitive and confidential correspondence
- Experience in overseeing the phone systems and directing inquiries efficiently
- Manage financial administration tasks such as managing petty cash, processing purchases, overseeing trust accounts, reconciling Visa statements, and monitoring the approved budget.
- Experience at either an office or school setting, providing support for routine administrative and operational tasks is an asset.
Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability
To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates may be assessed on:
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships within the community.
- Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
- Child centered approach to engaging children
- Exhibits a strong client focus.
- Proven experience in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships within the community.
- Experience in engaging and connecting with parents.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
Additional information
Conditions of Employment:
- RCMP Security Clearance, Vulnerable Sector
- Standard First Aid (willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire)
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License
Job Requirements:
This position works onsite in a school environment
Contact details:
If you have questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact: Carole Dumont, Human Resources Consultant at carole.dumont@yukon.ca
What can we offer you?
We offer a competitive salary, a flexible work environment and the chance to immerse yourself in a team of experienced professionals.
We will work with you to develop a performance plan to help you meet your future aspirations, while also meeting branch priorities, as you continue to expand your skills.
You will love what the Yukon has to offer! If that’s not enough, we also offer a full benefits package, pension, leave arrangements, family assistance programs and professional development opportunities.