Job Description

Administrative Assistant
International Student Program - Homestay program 20 hours weekly until June 30, 2023 with possibility of extension Following the school calendar The position provides effective and professional communication with homestay families, students, agents, program team members, and other stakeholders to ensure timely, respectful and meaningful information is shared and received regardless of potential language barriers and works collaboratively with other program team members to ensure quality program delivery. This position will provide support to the Homestay and International Students program. Qualifications:

• Efficient computer software skills, including Google Apps for Education, Office Suite, and Database Management.
• Excellent problem solving and customer service skills including mediating skills between youth and adults.
• Reliable personal vehicle for transporting students and/or meeting program requirements.
• Ability to work from home, including reliable Wi-Fi and computer.
• Ability to be on-call some evenings and weekends, on-call accessibility is 24 hours a day.
• Strong research capabilities.

Desirable but not required:

• Bilingual or Multilingual language skills.
• International Student Program Experience \xe2\x80\x93 either personal travel experience and/or hosting experience.

For more information about the Red Deer Public School District, visit our website. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications, with references, should be sent via email. We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A current criminal record check and child intervention check will be required of new employees. We reserve the right to contact your most recent employer. Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 20 per week Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location