Office Assistant - Hartford Public High School

Description

POSTING NUMBER: N178-2526


POSTING DATE: December 17, 2025


CLOSING DATE: Until Filled


POSITION: Office Assistant


LOCATIONS: Hartford Public High School


REPORTS TO : Principal


PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Perform clerical responsibilities of a confidential and responsible nature requiring knowledge of systems and procedures in a school environment.


TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general receptionist duties.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties.
• Answer telephones and screen incoming calls.
• Attend computer and job skills training as requested during work hours.
• Photocopy/collate materials.
• Maintain attendance sheets.
• Type correspondence, memos and other communications.
• Perform other related clerical duties as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices where necessary.
• Proficient in the use of modern office procedures, practices and equipment, including Microsoft Windows'97, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook or whatever is applicable to the specific school.
• Ability to work and make decisions in accordance with rules, regulations and departmental policy and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff.
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in dealing with the public, students, and staff.
• Knowledge of and ability to use Standard English grammar with correct spelling, punctuation and letter form.
• Ability to make basic arithmetical computations and speed and accuracy.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED supplemented by business courses.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and work within difficult time constraints.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Candidate must successfully complete testing requirements. Please contact the Office of Talent Management to schedule an appointment at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Non-certified.


SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Salary in accordance with Hartford Federation of School Secretaries, 2018-2024 Salary Grid (095-12), $41,000-$56,105. Twelve-month work year


UNION AFFILIATION: The Hartford Federation of School Secretaries (HFSS)


APPLICATION PROCEDURE : To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools' online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at . Internal applicants should use a personal email address when applying. Please do not use your hartfordschools.org email. Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews.


An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D


Note: This posting does not necessarily reflect vacancies in the respective subject area and is solely intended to generate a talent pool for current and future certified teaching opportunities. The above description covers the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The description should not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all duties or as a contract. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the superintendent of schools.


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Benefits

Why Should You Choose Hartford Public Schools ?

Hartford Public Schools is seeking excellent candidates and wants to provide the best experience for you. We have put together a comprehensive package of benefits and incentives, including:

• Career growth opportunities
• Loan forgiveness (full-time)
• Tuition reimbursement of $675 per credit, maximum 6 credits per year (full-time)
• Rich health care plan (including dental & vision) - (full-time)
• Life insurance (full-time)
• Local discounts and perks

Diversity Among Us

Hartford Public Schools is a diverse community of scholars and staff; racially, socioeconomically, culturally, and more. Among our approximately 16,000 students, there are 88 languages spoken; 22% of our student population are English Learners. Over 85% of the population are students of color. At Hartford Public Schools, we are intentional in our work to recruit and hire staff of various backgrounds. As of the 2024 - 2025 school year, our staff identify as:

• Asian: 2%
• Black: 24%
• White: 46%
• Hispanic: 24%
• Other: 1%
• Not Reported/Unknown: 2%

Hartford Public Schools (Hartford, Connecticut) is a diverse community of educators and approximately 17,000 students attending 39 distinctive magnet, community, and neighborhood schools, located in the capital city of Connecticut. We are committed to being a leader in innovative urban education, cultivating equity and excellence for all of our students, closing the opportunity gap, and preparing students for college and life.


Hartford Public Schools acknowledges that systems of injustice exist in our nation and our community. Our district is committed to addressing systemic barriers to create a culture of equity that benefits all students. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse team of culturally competent educators. We strive to have our team reflect the different perspectives of our families and community so that we can work together to overcome obstacles, close the opportunity gaps, and prepare our students for continuous success.


HPS recruits and selects diverse educators, who are committed to our instructional vision to develop students' individual, academic, social, and emotional capacities and growth within the classroom and beyond. Highly talented and qualified candidates with a passion for urban education, a commitment to our Hartford students, families, and community are strongly encouraged to apply immediately !