Non-Teaching Careers

The Greater Essex County District School Board recognizes the value of attracting, recruiting, and retaining our valuable staff.  We are committed to creating and sustaining an ethical, inclusive, caring, and safe work environment through recruitment and promotion practices that are equitable, transparent and support the Board’s Strategic Plan.

The Greater Essex County District School Board is committed to recruiting and promoting candidates based on qualifications, experiences and the demonstration of values which align with the Board’s mission and vision.

The Greater Essex County District School Board’s Recruitment Strategy is committed to creating a diverse pool of applicants by exploring programs that help attract candidates from traditionally disadvantaged groups (i.e. Indigenous peoples and those from equity-seeking groups). The Board will do this through job posting advertisements, social media, and via community networks and associations.

Career Opportunities will be posted on the external website under the Careers section.  The job postings include qualifications, duties, nature and scope of the job, start and end dates, salary and an equity, diversity and accommodation statement.  The equity, diversity and accommodation statement encourages applications from equity-seeking groups and ensures that job applicants understand that accommodations will be provided based on any human rights protected ground.

If hired into a position with the GECDSB, new hires will be required to provide a Police Records Check, a signed copy of the GECDSB Confidentiality Agreement,​ and agree to the terms and conditions outlined as an employee of the Greater Essex County District School Board.​

As a condition of employment with Greater Essex County District School Board, all successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check. In addition to the satisfactory police record check one may be required to obtain a police record check that includes a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC).  This check is required where an individual is in a position of trust or authority over vulnerable persons, including students.  Prospective employees may not commence employment until the appropriate police screening documentation is received by the Human Resources Department.  Costs incurred in obtaining the PVSC is the responsibility of the candidate.

The Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) can be completed through the candidate's local police jurisdiction.  

The Board will accept satisfactory PVSC’s that name another school board and other employers (i.e. daycare centres, OCT, and employers that would require a police check for vulnerable persons) in Ontario and obtained within the last six (6) months.

Database Administrator (Temporary)

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from qualified, team-oriented individuals for the full-time position of Database Administrator. This is an 18-month contract, Non-Bargaining position in the Information Technology Services Department.

Job Summary

POSITION: Database Administrator
START DATE:  ASAP
LOCATION: Administration Building
FTE: 1.0 (35 hours per week)
RATE OF PAY: $81,026.40 to $95,368

Nature & Scope of Position

The Database Administrator is a technical lead for the databases, data integrations, data warehouse, reporting and internally developed applications that support the Board’s student and business systems. The Database Administrators work as one team across both areas: each has a primary focus, but all are expected to contribute to the full range of the Board's systems, share on-call and escalation duties, and provide coverage during absences. The successful candidate's primary focus will be determined by their strengths and the needs of the department  The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Administer, secure, optimize and support the Board's databases and related application databases, including the SIS year-end rollover and term transitions and the fiscal year-end, payroll and reporting cycles of the business systems, ensuring data integrity, accuracy and consistency.
• Install, configure, maintain and upgrade database and related server software; design and maintain backup and recovery procedures; monitor performance and resolve issues; and maintain change control, testing and documentation processes.
• Translate functional requirements into technical designs, specifications and estimates; create data models; assess the impact of changes on other systems; plan and validate data migrations; and provide technical assessments to support the evaluation of vendor solutions.

• Develop and maintain internal applications, scripts and tools using HTML, CSS, JavaScript,
  .NET/C#, PHP and SQL.

• Develop, schedule and monitor data integrations between the Board's systems and connected platforms using SQL Agent jobs, ETL, APIs, SFTP and PowerShell scripting, and coordinate testing with users and vendors.

• Automate manual and repetitive data and application processes, recommend opportunities for further automation, and evaluate, pilot and apply artificial intelligence tools in accordance with Board policy and privacy requirements.

• Develop and maintain data extracts, validation queries and error-correction processes for OnSIS, EQAO and other Ministry of Education submissions, and the extracts and reports required for financial, human resources and payroll reporting and audits.

• Create reports and dashboards on student, financial, human resources and operational data for schools and departments, including development of the Board's data warehouse.

• Implement and maintain role-based access, auditing and secure handling of student, employee and Board data in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and Board policy, and comply with Board policies, licensing agreements and related legislation, including accessibility requirements.

• Act as the technical escalation point for database, application and integration issues, including on-call support during critical periods; work with the Board's other Database Administrator to maintain common standards and provide backup coverage; and train and support users as appropriate.

• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, diploma or technical training in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by the Board.
• A minimum of three years of progressive experience in database administration and development, including Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, relational database modelling, performance tuning, security, and backup and recovery.
• Experience developing and maintaining web and business applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, .NET/C# and PHP, and integrating applications through REST APIs.
• Proficiency with scripting, automation and data integration technologies such as PowerShell, SQL Agent, SSIS and SSRS or equivalent, and a demonstrated ability to automate manual processes.
• Experience with AI-assisted development or analytics tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of data warehouses, data integration, data quality controls, reporting processes, identity and access management, and database security and privacy practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, a customer service orientation, the ability to work independently, and the flexibility to support colleagues across teams.

Additional Assets

• Knowledge of Ontario Ministry of Education reporting requirements (OnSIS, OEN and enrolment reporting).
• Experience supporting finance, human resources or payroll systems.
• Experience with K–12 student information systems and Education Computing Network of Ontario (ECNO) applications.
• Experience with Azure or other cloud-hosted database platforms.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent certification.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com no later than 4:00PM on Monday November 9, 2026. Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 4077116 (under Management and Professionals). In support of the Board’s Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected]. No other form of submission will be accepted from external candidates. 

Todd Awender, Superintendent of Education
Greater Essex County District School Board
451 Park Street West, Box 210
Windsor, ON N9A 6K1
Posting Number: 2026-159/4077116

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending.

Replacement Custodian

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from individuals with the required qualifications for the position of Replacement Custodian which is part of the CUPE 27 Bargaining Unit.

Job Summary

POSITION: Replacement Custodian
LOCATION: Various school and board locations
START DATE: As soon as possible
Salary:  $22.88 per hour

Nature & Scope of Position

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the successful applicant will be expected to:

• Be available for day-to-day assignments for the afternoon and day shifts at various school and board locations throughout the City of Windsor and Essex County.  Please note that availability to work afternoon shift is required.
• Perform cleaning duties based on standard operating procedures and best practices within the school environment, within health and safety and WHMIS regulations.
• Maintain the school areas to standard and identify/report issues, as needed. 
• Facilitate access and support for after-school rentals, daycare/childcare programs, as well as regular school programming.
• Maintain professional conduct in communication and engagements with staff, students, community members, and other public stakeholders.
• Work independently and stay highly organized to effectively navigate day-to-day duties. 
• Assume other duties/responsibilities as determined by the Principal/Supervisor.

Qualifications

• An Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent as determined by the Board.
• Previous experience operating cleaning equipment and machinery.
• Previous cleaning experience within a school or commercial building is considered an asset.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Possess strong time management skills and a problem-solving mindset. 
• Must have access to transportation throughout Windsor and Essex County.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience to www.applytoeducation.com under job posting: 4072480 (ECE, EA/TA/ERW, Clerical, Secretarial, Administrative, Custodians). Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected]. Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

Superintendent of Human Resources
Greater Essex County District School Board
451 Park Street West, Box 210
Windsor, ON N9A 6K1
Posting Number: 4072480

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending.

Occasional Clerical Worker

The Greater Essex County District School Board is home to over 36,000 students in Southern Ontario with 4,700 staff member while operating and maintaining 53 elementary schools and 14 secondary schools in 9 municipalities.  We also operate alternative and continuing education programs for the community.

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from persons qualified for the Bargaining Unit position of an Occasional Clerical Worker.

Job Summary

Position: Occasional Clerical Worker
Start Date:  September 2026
Salary: $22.88 per hour (including pay for Vacation) in accordance with the CUPE 1348 collective agreement.

Nature & Scope of Position

As an Occasional Clerical Worker you will be required to be on call on a daily basis and adapt to a variety of clerical assignments within the School Board including school locations as well as non-school locations.  Start times can vary depending on the location and could be as early as 7:30am. In addition to this you would be required to travel to various school board locations throughout the Windsor and Essex County area which can include areas such as Leamington, Kingsville, Lakeshore, Essex, or Amherstburg.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2-year community college diploma in Secretarial/Business Administration. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a secretarial role.
• Advanced level of proficiency in utilizing software applications in a Windows environment. Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to articulate and receive/present ideas effectively in oral and written form.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com. Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 293496. In support of the Board’s Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected]. No other form of submission will be accepted from external candidates.

Kari Bryant
Superintendent of Human Resources
Greater Essex County District School Board 451 Park Street West, Box 210
Windsor, ON N9A 6K1
Posting Number: 293496

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending.

Temporary Support Staff

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites application packages from persons qualified for the position of Temporary Support Staff.

Responsibilities:

• Must be available for day-to-day casual replacement and long-term assignments at various school locations throughout the City of Windsor and Essex County.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of students by using proper lifting techniques.
• Implement Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) in compliance with Board Policy and training.
• Provide supervision of students in and around the school.
• Support and ensure the dignity of students with their personal needs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
• To work in consultation with the school-based team, implement and monitor programs that have been developed which support academic/cognitive skills, social skills, gross and fine motor abilities, communication skills and vocational skills.
• Participate in the development, implementation and review of student’s IEP, Behaviour Plan, Safety Plan and Transition Plan, as needed.
• Administer medication in compliance with Board Policy.
• Assume other duties/responsibilities related to student needs as determined by the principal.

Rate of Pay: $22.89- $29.91 an hour, plus 4% vacation pay.

Qualifications: 

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a Grade 12 Diploma.
• Preference will be given to those applicants holding diplomas/certificates from an accredited college for the successful completion of the following programs:
  • Educational Assistant Diploma
  • American Sign Language and Deaf Studies or American Sign Language Interpreter
  • Developmental Service Worker
  • Child and Youth Care\
  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Autism and Behavioural Science
• Experience and/or other related specialized training and/or certification in field.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, anticipate student needs, respond effectively to complex situations, and work independently within established student plans, Procedures and Board Policy.
• Experience and competence in dealing with special needs students in a school or residential setting.
• Knowledge of ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) is an asset.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com.  Please note there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 4077991. In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected]. Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending.

Temporary Support Staff – Support Worker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of Temporary Support Staff - Support Worker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing to be effective as soon as possible.  All applicants applying for this occasional/temporary support position will be required to be available for day-to-day casual replacement assignments at various locations throughout Essex County and the City of Windsor.

Duties

The successful applicant, under the direction of the School Principal and/or his/her designate, will:

• Provide oral and sign interpreting services to facilitate and augment communication for identified students.
• Facilitate communication in and around the school for identified students.
• Support the learning and special needs of identified students.
• Participate in the maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Support the communication with parents/guardians.
• Record daily observations and provide feedback to school administration and school-based team about student progress
• Participate in the development and implementation of the student's IEP goals in consultation with teachers, administration and Special Education Services personnel.
• Assume other duties/responsibilities specifically related to the functions of students on caseload as determined by the Principal and Superintendent of Education/Special Education Services.

Qualifications

•  Successful completion of a Communicator's Certificate program from a recognized college.
•  Preference will be given to applicants holding Interpretor Training Program certification.
•  A demonstrated aptitude and competence in sign language.
•  Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated aptitude and competence in working with special needs individuals in an educational or residential setting. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations. 

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com. Please note, there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 645435.  

In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]a. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected] Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

Salary Range

• $21.89- $29.91 an hour, plus 4% vacation pay

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending.