Financial Administrative Assistant

This competition is to fill one (1) permanent part-time position working 56.25 hours bi-weekly.

Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

Our department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of our diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.

The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• First Point of Contact: The School Records Secretary serves as the initial contact for students, staff, and parents/guardians, providing assistance and information as needed.
• Office Administration: Ensuring the smooth operation of the school office by managing schedules, handling communications, and supporting administrative tasks.
• Confidential Record Management: Maintaining and managing confidential student records and files, ensuring they are organized, secure and accessible only to authorized personnel.
• Support for School Operations: Assisting in various administrative tasks that contribute to the efficient functioning of the school.
• Financial Management Tasks such as accounts receivable and payable, monitoring and reporting on contribution agreements, and applying financial administration rules.

If you are looking to be a part of a collaborative team, committed to meeting the needs of the school and student body and are energetic and enthusiastic this is the workplace for you

You can learn more about salary, terms, and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our website.

If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit, we encourage you to review the resource page on

• Experience providing reception to clients in an office setting;
• Experience performing basic administrative and clerical tasks such as tracking and data entry, photocopying, scanning and emailing;
• Experience working with Outlook, Word & Excel as well as accounting software such as Sage Accounting
• Recent filing and records management experience;
• Experience with financial management tasks including accounts receivable and payable, cheque writing, reconciling school accounts, and creating financial reports
• Experience working in a school environment would be considered an asset.

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Taking Action and Achieving Results
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Promoting Common Values and Ethics

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• Security clearance, including Vulnerable Sector Check

• This position works onsite in an office environment

For more information about this position, please contact: Peter Giangrande, Principal, PCSS at

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Serafina Christine, Human Resources at

For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners, we encourage you to click the links below

• Benefits and leave
• Flexible working
• Learning and development
• Diversity and inclusion
• Health and wellbeing
• Terms of employment

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Eligibility List

7 months

Post Date

25 November 2025

Close Date

08 December 2025