Administrative Officer, Teaching

**CAREER OPPORTUNITY: ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, TEACHING**

**ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)**

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our People, Leadership & Culture (PLC) team in the capacity of **Administrative Officer, Teaching**. Reporting to the Staffing Supervisor, Teaching, you will provide key support contributing to the effectiveness of the staffing function for the elementary teaching employee group.

**Location**: Guelph Board Office (500 Victoria Road N., Guelph, ON)

**Salary Range**: $66,800 - $80,100 (per annum, 35 hours per week, 12 month position)

**Board Information**: 1.0 FTE; **permanent**, full-time; Administrative Employees

**Responsibilities**:

- Administer salary changes and sub-payments for elementary teachers.
- Process leave of absence requests as well as transfers, increases in time, resignations, and retirements for elementary teachers.
- Post internal and external advertisements of elementary teaching positions.
- HRIS data entry and reporting.
- Prepare new hire packages and offer letters for permanent elementary teachers.
- Compile annual seniority list for permanent elementary teachers.
- As a member of the Elementary Staffing Committee, provide key support during staffing meetings.
- Coordinate post-secondary student placements.
- Perform other duties as assigned to grow and develop as a PLC professional.

**Experience and Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related discipline.
- Attained, or actively working towards, Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
- Minimum of three (3) years of human resources administrative experience, preferably with a staffing component.
- History of cultivating effective working relationships and demonstrated diplomacy in dealing with sensitive issues.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills combined with the ability to work under pressure and to meet challenging deadlines.
- Demonstrated team player with excellent customer service skills.
- The incumbent must demonstrate initiative, sound judgement and a high degree of discretion when dealing with confidential information.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and courteously with all levels of staff and external contacts.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Strong attention to detail.
- Previous experience in public sector and/or unionized environments is considered an asset.
- Flexibility to accomplish other duties as assigned.

**APPLICATION DETAILS**

**INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING**

Employment Equity
- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
- Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
- Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
- Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visit _Safe, Equitable and Inclusive Schools_to find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

**Salary**: $66,800.00-$80,100.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person