School Administrative Assistant

Nurturing Yukon learners through community wisdom.

Empower and inspire learners, families and communities to lead necessary change in education and society through Yukon First Nations ways.

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 Schooland 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.
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Essential Qualifications

• Experienced in building positive, respectful relationships with diverse clients, colleagues, and community members
  
• Provided welcoming and courteous support to clients and visitors, maintaining professionalism in all front-line interactions
  
• Experienced in coordinating administrative workflows, ensuring accurate records management and proper handling of sensitive and confidential correspondence
  
• Handling phone systems and directing inquiries efficiently
  
• Skilled in financial administration tasks such as managing petty cash, processing purchases, overseeing trust accounts, reconciling Visa statements, and monitoring departmental spending.
  
• Adaptable and effective with experience at either an office or school setting, providing comprehensive 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

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.

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

07 November 2025

Close Date

21 November 2025

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