CLERICAL (Relief)

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,000 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 51 school sites with 33 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.

CLERICAL RELIEF POSITIONS

AVAILABILITY: ON-CALL RELIEF (0-35 HOURS PER WEEK)

WAGE RATE : $24.68 - $26.74 PER HOUR (plus: 5% of bi-weekly earnings in lieu of vacation and 4.6% of straight time earnings in each pay period in lieu of statutory holidays)

After successfully completing a probationary period and attaining seniority, Casual Clericals working on call will receive 10% in lieu of benefits when working 17.5 hours or more per week.

DURATION: 10 MONTHS

Central Okanagan Public Schools is a progressive leader in education where students learn in a safe, inclusive, equitable, and inspirational learning environment and develop the attributes and competencies to flourish in a global community. We create an environment where everyone feels safe, welcome, valued, and empowered to do their best.

JOIN OUR TEAM: We are looking for Clerical Relief staff to support a variety of administrative functions across the school district. This position offers flexible hours and ample time off including summer and winter/spring breaks and the opportunity to apply on available internal assignments. A rewarding career with Okanagan Public Schools is within your reach - we want to hear from you!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Process and circulate resources in the library, take inventory, perform clerical/receptionist and word processing duties and monitor students;

accurately and efficiently utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database and communications software.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful

completion of Grade 12;

Successful

completion of a six month post-secondary program in Office/Business

Administration

One (1) year recent successful experience in an office administration position (bookkeeping/accounting experience an asset);

Minimum net keyboarding speed 50 wpm;

Proven intermediate to advanced computer skills to accurately and efficiently utilize word processing, spreadsheet, database and communications software;

Ability to organize and prioritize a wide range of duties effectively and efficiently, and to work accurately under pressure at a high level of quality with constant disruptions;

Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, employees, and the public;

Demonstrated ability to work at the level of independence and with the degree of initiative appropriate to the position.

Please note, there is no guarantee of work each day, as work volume fluctuates throughout the school year. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pass a clerical assessment.

APPLY ONLINE: Qualified candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume outlining relevant background and work experience, three (3) professional references, copy of post-secondary certification transcripts/diploma, copy of grade 12 transcripts/diploma and copy of certified supervised typing test (50 WPM net required).

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the traditional unceded territory of the Okanagan Syilx peoples.