Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Dayton Public Schools - Dayton, Ohio

Position: Administrative Assistant

Reports To: Varies (Principal or Director)

Salary Schedule / Grade: Refer to appropriate bargaining unit contract

F.L.S.A Status: Non-exempt

SUMMARY Under general supervision, perform a variety of specialized secretarial, administration, and clerical tasks to support the day-to-day operations of a school or department. Maintain clerical records, prepare correspondence, and create reports from such records. May be required to indirectly supervise other lower level clerical positions. The Dayton Way

Responsibilities:

• Screen calls and mail, responding to those that can be handled at the secretarial level and forwarding the remaining calls/mail to the relevant team member.
• Maintain control records on incoming correspondence and action documents.
• Coordinate appointments and meetings for team members. Maintain schedules and calendars of events for the assigned administrator and the overall department.
• Respond to general inquiries from employees, other departments, the Ohio Department of Education, attorneys, vendors, and the general public. Provide /share the appropriate information as directed.
• Assist in the allocation and assignment of work to team members as directed by the assigned administrator. Follow up on work-in-progress to ensure timely response / action.

Customer Service

• Support and assist in providing quality services to students, staff, administrators, board members and the community.
• Organize and complete office projects, such as the preparation and distribution of invitations and special mailings; the assembly of guides, manuals, and training materials; etc.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external parties by phone, email, letter, and in-person for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication among parties, and/or referring to others.
• Screen supervisor's phone calls and mail. Respond to questions and requests that can be appropriately handled at the clerical level.
• Coordinate a wide variety of programs and/or activities (e.g. classroom and site staff coverage, state testing, graduations and ceremonies, etc.) for the purpose of meeting program and/or activity requirements as assigned.
• Orient new site personnel / team members (e.g. substitutes, staff, volunteers, etc.) regarding school and district practices (e.g. keys, folders, directions, building procedures, etc.)
• Oversee the work of office staff, student assistants, volunteers, etc. to meet work demands when assigned.

Calendar and Meeting Coordination

• Coordinate appointments for supervisor and building / department staff.
• Maintain supervisor's and department calendar of activities.
• Prepare and distribute agendas for building / department meetings in collaboration with meeting participants.
• Take, transcribe, and distribute meeting minutes.
• Coordinate and make travel arrangements for department staff as needed.
• Track, prepare, and submit travel expenses and staff reimbursements for payment.

Files and Records

• Maintain a standardized filing system, filing processes, and record retention requirements for assigned records.
• Set confidentiality standards for department records according to federal, state, and local regulations and applicable district policy.
• Maintain records and data in computerized information systems.
• Create, distribute, and process forms to collect needed information.
• Update records and associated data as required.
• Secure records and maintain the confidentiality of all information according to district policy.

Correspondence

• Prepare and type correspondence and reports for direct supervisor and building / department staff.
• Create routine memos and letters from general instructions.
• Review outgoing correspondence for format, spelling, punctuation, and grammar before submitting for supervisor's signature.

Reports

• Compile data from various sources for completing assigned reports.
• Prepare statistical reports, forms, and newsletters using various software applications.
• Print, copy, and collate forms and reports as required.
• Coordinate the distribution of materials to appropriate recipients.
• Copy, collate, and bind reports, logs, agendas, and other documents for distribution.

Financial Support

• Prepare requisitions, vouchers, budget forms, financial statements and other financial data to support building / department operations.
• Maintain detailed records to support financial transactions.
• Verify and reconcile purchase orders, warehouse stock requisitions, payment requests, and/or other treasury-related activities.
• Investigate and resolve questions regarding financial transactions in collaboration with the assigned supervisor.
• Maintain and inventory of supplies and materials to ensure item availability as needed.

HR / Payroll Matters

• Maintain time and attendance records for the building / department.
• Process HR and payroll transactions for building / department staff as required.
• Maintain a log of planned absences for building / department staff.

Core Behaviors & Competencies Job-specific

• Coping with Stress = capable of handling interruptions to respond to urgent issues
• IT Skills = ability to use Microsoft Office, internet applications, and other software effectively in support of department duties
• Maintaining Confidentiality = ability to properly recognize and restrict confidential data to appropriate receivers of information
• Analytical Thinking = think critically and solve problems in difficult situations; capable of handling interruptions effectively; appropriately organize and prioritize work to meet HR and payroll deadlines
• Data Accuracy = Strong attention to detail in an environment with significant amounts of repetition; error-free entry and reliable audits that minimize HR and payroll errors
• Organization Skills = ability to share information in meaningful ways; able to store records for quick, accurate retrieval
• Adaptability and Flexibility = willingness to change methods and approaches as appropriate
• Customer Service = Providing a positive experience to every individual you encounter. Remaining professional in all situations. Responding to all customers in a timely manner

Qualifications Verifications

• Must pass Federal and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation background check in accordance with Ohio Administrative Code Section 3301-83-06
• Must be keyboard proficient
• Level II (2) computer skills in Microsoft Word
• Level II (2) computer skills in Microsoft Excel
• Level I (1) computer skills in Microsoft PowerPoint

Knowledge & Experience

• Five (5) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Skilled in the use of word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software
• Demonstrated expertise working with internet applications and online tools
• Ability to operate, service, and maintain a variety of standard office equipment

Physical Attributes/Demands

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, and reach / grab / handle objects
• Occasionally lift and/or move lightweight items up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to read and write to complete forms and reports

Work Environment

• Regularly works in an office environment.
• Work may be subject to frequent interruptions
• Some assignments are subject to completion within strict timelines