Okanagan Skaha – School District #67
District Office · Penticton, B.C.
Are you interested in being part of a district that is committed to collaboration, mentorship and creating innovative learning experiences? School District No. 67 is embracing the evolving changes in education and looking for motivated employees who are actively seeking dynamic professional opportunities and passionate about making a difference in the lives of students. Combining the natural beauty and amazing outdoor recreation opportunities associated with the Okanagan lifestyle with an exciting and fulfilling work environment is ideal for those pursuing a healthy balance both professionally and personally.
The Board of Education invites applications for the position of Executive Assistant to the Secretary- Treasurer/Communications Specialist for Okanagan Skaha School District. Duties will commence November 30, 2026, or a mutually agreeable date.
Working directly with the Secretary-Treasurer and the Board of Education, the Executive Assistant/Communications Specialist is responsible for providing a broad range of senior administrative support including managing correspondence and communication flow between various district stakeholders, management and elected officials, developing and maintaining Board Meeting Agendas and Minutes, record retention and maintenance of confidential documents, and event scheduling and coordination for the Board of Education. The Executive Assistant/Communications Specialist helps build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders via strategic communication. Liaising with media and communicating with the broader community are also important aspects of this role.
School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha), representing the communities of Penticton, Summerland, Kaleden, and Naramata, serves the educational needs of approximately 5800 students through 11 elementary, 3 middle, 3 secondary schools and 1 distributed learning school.
Our school district has a proud history of excellent student achievement across a wide range of accomplishment areas: Academics, fine arts, athletics, career programs, French Immersion, and applied skills with a focus on meeting the individual needs of all learners.
The communities are nestled on the sides of Skaha and Okanagan Lakes in the heart of wine and fresh fruit country. Apex Mountain Ski Resort, named nationally and North America-wide as one of the finest small destination ski areas, is an easy 45-minute drive from Penticton. The combination of good working conditions, strong community support for schooling, and excellent recreational amenities makes the area a highly desirable home.
Permanent, excluded (non-union) position – 1.0 FTE - commencing November 30, 2026 Salary range $75,858-$94,822
Extensive benefit package.
Must include a complete resume, including supporting documentation and a minimum of three (3) current references, with permission for the search committee to contact references and previous employers.
Deadline for applications: 2:00 pm (PST), Friday, November 13, 2026 Address applications to: Nicole Bittante
Email: nbittante@sd67.bc.ca
Our district is committed to equity and creating a learning environment for Indigenous students that fosters a sense of belonging, encourages a sense of pride in their heritage, and promotes academic and personal success. The presence of strong Indigenous role models will support these goals.
Indigenous ancestry will be considered an asset for qualified applicants.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
This job is classed under Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations (NOC 11202) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.
Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations analyse, develop and implement communication and promotion strategies and information programs; analyse advertising needs and develop appropriate advertising and marketing plans; publicize activities and events, and maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations, and for performers, athletes, writers and other talented individuals. They are employed by marketing and consulting firms, advertising agencies, corporations, associations, government, social agencies, museums, galleries, public interest groups, and cultural and other organizations, or they may be self-employed. Agents such as entertainment, literary and sports agents are included in this unit group.
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School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha) invites applicants for the position of Casual Custodian(s). This position performs a critical role in the delivery of custodial services to the District’s…
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School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha) invites applicants for the position of Casual Education Assistant. The rate of pay for this position is $27.47
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School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha) invites applicants for the position of Clerical – Casual. The rate of pay for this position is $25.14.
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Provide direct executive administrative support to the Secretary-Treasurer and Board of Education.. Prepare regular and in-camera board meeting agendas, take minutes, and maintain meeting records.. Support board committees and maintain board office agreements, leases, property records, and financial disclosure records.. Coordinate travel arrangements, events, meetings, correspondence, filing, mail distribution, and inquiries.. Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including media.. Generate, schedule, and manage social media content and monitor social and traditional media.. Update the school district website and organize public service, institutional, and educational advertising.. Support district leadership and principals with internal and external communications.. Provide communications support during critical incidents and emergency situations.. Monitor the district's reputation and respond to social media conversations and questions.. Set up and monitor communications analytics, surveys, and reporting.. Assist with social media policies, practices, and development of the district communication plan.
Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Communications, or equivalent training and experience in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.. Minimum of 5 years of recent and relevant experience.. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.. Experience with web communications, internet technology, digital photography, and video.. Experience managing social media across multiple platforms, including content planning, content generation, distribution, reputation management, client relationship management, and social media management tools.. Experience with crisis communication management.. Knowledge of current issues in public education and business meeting protocol.. Ability to handle sensitive information, work under tight deadlines, manage multiple projects, and work under minimal supervision.. Superior interpersonal, communication, and resolution skills.. Indigenous ancestry is considered an asset.
