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Contract Type: Continuous
Location: Nisku, AB
Competition #: 26/27-46
FTE: 1.00
Closing Date: 2026-09-09 18:00:52.187 +0000 UTC

Position Overview:

Black Gold School Division is seeking an entry-level Data Assistant to join our Technology Department. This entry-level data position is responsible for supporting the Technology Department by acting as the primary point of contact for PowerSchool and Document Management inquiries across our schools.

Qualifications:

  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with database applications, record management systems, and website software.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment under minimal supervision.
  • Prior experience with PowerSchool or document management systems in an educational setting is considered an asset.

Duties:

  • PowerSchool Support: Serve as the first point of contact for school support requests related to PowerSchool, SafeArrival, SchoolMessenger, and PowerSchool Enrollment. Assist with daily tasks, year-end procedures, and school startup requests. Forward complex issues to the Data Coordinator for investigation.
  • Records Disposition  Aid in the disposition process
  • Document Management Support: Serve as the first point of contact for school support requests regarding daily student records processes (including document identification, uploads, CLASI, EdForms, and the Student Records Completeness Checklist) and website changes. Forward complex issues to the Electronic Records Advisor.
  • Training & Documentation: Aid in preparing training documentation and/or videos for schools and assist in presenting training sessions for school staff.
  • Adhere to division guidelines as set out in the Division Office Administrative Handbook.

Hours & Compensation

  • Pay Band: Level 3 $53,401 - $69,502
  • Hours of work: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday to Friday, including two coffee breaks and a 1-hr unpaid lunch)
  • This full-time, permanent position works 12 months
  • Salary and benefits according to current Division Office Handbook

How to Apply

Email, quoting the competition number, attention to:

Michelle Unchulenko

Human Resources Coordinator

michelle.unchulenko@blackgold.ca

Applications must include (in one PDF document):

  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Two professional references (with contact information)


Applications deadline: September 9, 2026 @ 12:00 pm


As a condition of employment, new employees are required to provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check at their own expense (prior to starting Employment).






Black Gold School Division is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. BGSD celebrates and welcomes the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external personnel.

Thank you for showing an interest in this position. Only those candidates chosen for interview will be contacted.
Resumes of individuals not granted an interview will not be kept on file, and will be disposed of appropriately.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place, and travelling route to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.