Administrative Support I - Receptionist
Location: Hunting Hills High School
37.5 hours weekly following the school calendar (10 months per year, permanent position)
Commencing October 1, 2026
Hunting Hills High School is seeking a highly organized and professional Receptionist to provide efficient front-office and administrative support in a busy high school environment. The successful candidate will provide excellent customer service while managing multiple priorities and frequent interruptions.
This position is paid on grid SE of the Classified Staff grid, with a current range of $19.76 to $27.62 per hour.
Primary responsibilities:
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Greet and assist students, parents, staff, visitors, and the public
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Answer and direct incoming calls using a multi-line phone system
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Receive, sort, distribute, and prepare outgoing mail and courier shipments
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Provide general information and administrative assistance to students, families, and staff
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Use PowerSchool, Google Workspace, and other school systems to maintain accurate information and records
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Assist with daily student attendance
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Perform other duties as assigned
Required skills and qualifications:
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
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Training from an accredited Office Administration program with a minimum of two years of related experience
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Proficiency with PowerSchool, Google Workspace, and other office technology, with the ability to quickly learn new systems
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Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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Ability to communicate in a calm and professional manner with students, parents, staff, district personnel, and the public
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Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
For more information about the Red Deer Public School District, visit our website at:
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found and will close without notice once a shortlist has been selected.
All internal and external applicants from any current assignment are welcome to apply for this position.
Application process:
Applications will only be accepted through Apply to Education by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to create a free online portfolio - please for step by step instructions.
Please note that applications submitted in person, email or fax are no longer accepted. A resume, cover letter and list of references are required for all applications.
Red Deer Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If accommodations or supports are required for you to attend this interview, please notify us prior to the day of the interview.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Associate Superintendent, People Services or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees.
