Role overview

OSSTF-ESSP

ELEMENTARY OFFICE ASSISTANT

PERMANENTPOSITION

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage,inspire,innovate, because we are always learning.

We are accepting applications for the following 0.5 FTE permanent Elementary Office Assistant at Goderich Public School.

Hours of Work:17.5 hours per week, 10 months per year

Start Date: August 25, 2026

Rate of Pay: $25.00 - $27.78 per hour plus 4% vacation pay as outlined in the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement as of September 1, 2025.

Vacancy Status: current vacancy

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Public Relations

Answer the main office telephone, meet and appropriately direct visitors; relay information to/from school/staff to parent/guardian/student; respond appropriately to general questions from the public, community agencies, other schools and Board office, including re-directing the questions.
Process incoming/outgoing mail and courier.

2. Attendance

Attendance records - Collect and electronically input all attendance data each day (student absences, lates, excused, suspensions, field trips, religious holidays, bus cancellations, etc.); provide reports from Aspen of absentees to administration; record special information (doctor's notes, etc.).
Perform safe arrival telephone calls in accordance with Board Standard Operating procedure.

3. Other

Book and issue permits/invoices for use of school facilities.
Routine maintenance of office equipment such as photocopiers, fax machines, postage meter and printers.
Provide support and perform related duties for administration; assist with various items as required such as school events (parents' night, graduation, awards night, etc.).
Other related duties as assigned.

Job Specifications and Requirements:

One year college diploma in office administration plus up to six months related experience; or a combination of experience, education and training that is considered equivalent;
Proven computer literacy skills, specifically in MS Office and Aspen;
Proficient and accurate keyboarding skills;
The capacity to work independently, problem-solve and multi-task in a busy environment; and,
Proven professional, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and a high degree of confidentiality.

Note- A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.

Why Join AMDSB?

We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.
Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.
Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.
Competitive compensation package:
Pension Plan: Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)
Health & Dental Benefits:
Extended and Supplementary Health, Paramedical Services, Dental, including Orthodontics, Out of Province/Country and Health Care Spending Account through ONET
Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability coverage plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes:

24/7 confidential support
Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall well-being resources

Join on our Team! Apply today!

Interested applicants are requested to apply through Apply to Education.

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at 1-877-900-5627.

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The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Chief Executive Officer