CC#25-09-03, Casual Administrative Assistant- Chignecto Family of Schools

Casual Administrative Assistant Position

Chignecto Family of Schools

CC#25-09-03

The Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year for the Casual Administrative Assistant list. This is for day-to-day work only.

A school based casual Administrative Assistant shall provide the required administrative support to the school in all aspects of its day-to-day operations. A school based Administrative Assistant works in a team-based environment and displays a high degree of professionalism and diplomacy in dealing with the general public, students, staff, volunteers and outside agencies all while adhering to the utmost confidentiality.

Rate of Pay:

$19.58/hour

Requirements to work as a Casual Administrative Assistant:

Applicants must have a completion of Grade 12 and a recognized Office Administrative Assistant program or a combination of equivalent education and/or experience.

Other duties include, but not limited to:

• Minimum (2) years office administrative experience;
• Proficiency in word processing, database, spreadsheet, accounting and e-mail applications;
• High level of technological skills required;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to combine speed and accuracy while working under pressure to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work independently while prioritizing own workload;
• Ability to handle multi-tasks simultaneously;
• Ability to set up and maintain filing system;
• Ability to compose memos and letters;
• Ability to maintain record keeping books and files;
• Ability to maintain various financial records;
• Preference will be given to those applicants with database experience;
• Experience working with Youth would be an asset;
• Knowledge of SchoolCash, Microsoft office, SAP, Aesop and PowerSchool would be an asset.
  
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• Diplomacy and discretion in dealing with personnel and the general public;
• Working as a team player/positive attitude;
• Adhering to confidentiality;
• Maintaining accurate records.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at employeehealth@ccrce.ca or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations.

All employees require a criminal record check of the vulnerable sector.  The CCRCE requires an original check dated within six (6) months from your date of hire.  If you are selected for hire you will be provided with a letter from the CCRCE to take your local Police/RCMP Detachment to have this check completed.

All employees also require a child abuse register check.  The CCRCE requires an original check dated within six (6) months from your date of hire.  For more information on how to obtain a child abuse register please visit “Apply for a Child Abuse Register search – Government of Nova Scotia”.

The criminal record check of the vulnerable sector along with the child abuse register check will be reviewed in accordance with the CCRCE policies and procedures. 

*Please note, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.