Elementary School Secretary

PERMANENT FULL- TIME

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SECRETARY

35 Hours per week - 10 Month Position (1.0 FTE)

**Start date**: Immediately; Duration: Permanent

The School Secretary works under the general direction of the School Principal and is responsible for performing required clerical duties. In addition to these duties, the Elementary School Secretary prepares various reports for the Board, maintains student records and contributes to the efficient functioning of the school and the welfare of the students.

**Qualifications**:
Successful completion of one-year post-secondary secretarial studies program plus a minimum of two years of related job experience, or equivalent;
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced elementary school environment with good time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks;
Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to function effectively with staff, students, parents, members of the public and others;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent telephone manners;
Ability to deal with students in a calm, compassionate and professional manner;
Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information; and

Familiar with Board policies and procedures related to elementary schools.

Duties/Responsibilities

Serve as secretary to the Principal and Vice-Principal, performing all secretarial duties including preparation of correspondence, reports and school newsletters, maintenance of files and other day-to-day activities;
Assist in the maintenance of school records/activities including maintenance of enrolment records, OSR's, family records, daily attendance, school/staff schedules, class/school trips, personnel and payroll reports, accounting information, accurate banking records, statistical records/reports, petty cash and fundraising cash;
Assist and support activities dealing with students, parents and/or general public;
Prepare purchase orders for school/office supplies and tender orders for school supplies; and

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal.

**Applications must include**:
Cover Letter; and

Resume.

Preference is given to individuals in the Casual Secretary pool for all permanent Clerical positions.

**About Us**:
As a Catholic Learning Community, the Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board provides faith formation and academic excellence, which enables our graduates to live a life of love and service in Christ. The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board provides a Christ-centered education to approximately 12,000 students within 28 elementary schools, 3 secondary schools and a multisite Alternative Education school and 3 administrative offices.

The Board currently employs over 1500 permanent staff and approximately 350 casual and occasional staff which includes teachers who are supported by a team of consultants, principals and administrators and non-academic staff who work to ensure the best possible facilities, supports and resources are available to our students and the system. The Board encompasses the broad geographical area of the City of Brantford and the counties of Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk. We are located approximately one hour west of Toronto, one hour east of London and one hour south of Kitchener-Waterloo.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Rick Petrella

Chair of the Board

Michael McDonald

Director of Education & Secretary

BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Excellence in Learning ~ Living in Christ

322 Fairview Drive, P.O. Box 217, Brantford, ON N3T 5M8