Job Posting

Applications are invited for the permanent full-time position of Executive Staff Officer.

Do you have a passion for teaching and fully believe that public education builds communities? Do you believe in the power of the collective and the importance of a well-supported membership? 

Calgary Public Teachers (ATA Local 38) is seeking an Executive Staff Officer who will excel at supporting members with hands-on support through the following: education; information sessions and presentations; researching and evaluating emerging trends and the needs of members; informing the collective bargaining process; liaising with professional organizations and the offices of other Locals and the ATA; collaborating on the strategic planning process; and contributing to various committees within Calgary Public Teachers.

Reporting to the President, the Executive Staff Officer will work closely with one other Executive Staff Officer, the Local’s Executive Committee, as well as the Alberta Teachers’ Association. 

The Local is seeking applicants with proven commitment to public education; excellent skills in human relations; strong communication and presentation skills; and experience in reading, interpreting and analyzing collective agreements and the collective bargaining process in the educational sector. Applicants will have a minimum of five years of successful teaching experience in public education, a valid Alberta teaching certificate and a bachelor’s degree. Holding or working toward the completion of a master’s degree, having school and/or board administrative experience, and having knowledge of local or provincial ATA organizational structures, policies and procedures would all be considered as strong assets. Local travel and some evening and weekend work are necessary for this position.

Total compensation for this position includes a starting salary equal to 125% of the level six maximum of the salary schedule in the ATA/Calgary Board of Education Collective Agreement and a comprehensive benefits package. This position is eligible to participate in the Alberta Teachers’ Retirement Pension Plan.

Location: Calgary
Commencement: To be negotiated
Competition closes @ 5:00pm, 2024 September 20

THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED.

A complete role description may be obtained here. Calgary Public Teachers thanks all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.