Non-Teaching Opportunities

Additional Information:

Golden Hills School Division, a high performing, progressive and growing school division employing approximately 400 teachers and 340 support staff, is seeking a collaborative and innovative Executive Assistant. The Division Office is located in Strathmore, AB approximately 20 minutes east of Calgary on the Trans-Canada highway. 

Our vision statement “inspiring confident, connected, caring citizens of the world” reflects our values that “students and learning come first”.  In Golden Hills, a priority is placed on setting high standards and expectations and promoting the development of positive character and life-long learning.

This position commences immediately. The Executive Assistant reports to the Deputy Superintendent (Human Resources) and should have the following skills and qualifications:  

• Superior personnel skills and public relations expertise
• Strong computer skills in MS Office and Google Suite
• Proven organizational skills with an ability to set priorities and complete various tasks within specified timelines so as to meet all deadlines
• Demonstrate ability to take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team within a large, complex and dynamic organization
• Demonstrate professionalism, tact and maturity in handling sensitive & confidential information with discretion
• Eager to exceed objectives and take on more responsibility
• Demonstrate judgment and attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail

Key responsibilities of the position are as follows: 

• Maintaining employee records (electronic and hard copies)
• Updating HR databases (e.g. new hires, assignment changes, terminations, leaves)
• Assisting in payroll preparation by providing relevant data
• Assist with HR reporting to the Board and other agencies
• Handle essential recruitment tasks (e.g. registration for Job Fairs, job posting, interview scheduling, contract preparation)
• Maintain teacher certification and evaluation practices
• Organize in-house and external meetings, including booking rooms, providing refreshments
• Other duties as assigned

Applications received on or before 8:00 am on Monday, May 12, 2025, will be given careful consideration but the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.  If you have any questions, please contact Wes Miskiman, Deputy Superintendent at 403-934-5121 extension 2031.  Email a cover letter; a detailed resume; and the names of three relevant, work-related references to:  

Human Resources Department

Golden Hills School Division

435A Highway No. 1

Strathmore, AB T1P 1J4

humanresources@ghsd75.ca      

Phone:  403-934-5121