Job Description

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Job Details

BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF

TEMPORARY PART-TIME ELEMENTARY SECRETARY

GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER

As one of the area's largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,000 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,500 students and families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.


Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated in providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits!

One (1) Temporary Part-time (0.2

FTE, 7

hours/week) Elementary Office Manager - Wednesdays (

follows 10-month schedule

)

Temporary positions may end earlier than anticipated if incumbent returns or circumstances change.

Reports to:

School Principal

Duties and Responsibilities:

To be directly responsible to the principal and perform the principal's secretarial duties as required (i.e., attend meetings)


To be responsible for general secretarial and clerical duties under the limited supervision of the principal


To be responsible for data collection, record keeping, and report preparation as required by the principal and other Board staff


To supervise the work of the secretarial staff where applicable and under the limited supervision of the principal, proofreading, editing, etc. correspondence and reports


To communicate with parents on behalf of staff regarding unexpected student incidents, school closures, health problems and minor injuries


To deal with school matters that relate to students, staff, and the public in general as required or in the absence of administrative staff (having some knowledge of corporate policy and related statutory requirements being helpful)


To be responsible for maintaining a daily bus manifest list


To keep in confidence all information as it relates to students, staff, parents, and the Board


To operate and be responsible for office equipment and train staff in the handling of office equipment such as computers (data input and retrieval), copiers, calculators, security system and other office equipment


To demonstrate strong problem solving and people skills


To monitor and/or perform school purchasing, accounting functions, attendance functions, budget tracking, school information systems, travel, and meetings

Qualifications and Experience:

A Community College diploma or equivalent certification plus a high aptitude in computer operations

Assets:

Strong oral and written communication skills are required as well as knowledge of office procedures and the use of office equipment


Previous experience with the computerized student information system would be an asset


Strong working knowledge of SchoolCash.NET and EXCEL would be an asset

Application Process:

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) at

https://bwdsb.simplication.com

/.

Applicants are asked to provide a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (with written permission to contact) as well as proof of completed post-secondary education and/or certifications that are relevant to this position.


Applications will be accepted until

4:00 pm on September 16, 2025

.


All fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board.


Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

We thank everyone for applying, however, only applicants who will be moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.



Posted On
September 09, 2025 02:01 PM EST/EDT
Closing Date & Time
September 16, 2025 04:00 PM EST/EDT
Openings
1
Job Type
Part Time, Contract
Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff
Job Open To
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, Management & Professionals
City
Holland Centre
School/Location
Holland-Chatsworth Central School
Salary
$35.29-$36.29/hr (Sept.1/25)
Employment Start Date
Start Immediately
End Date
06/24/2026