School Secretary at the Early Childhood Center

Secretary, School

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent

2. Business courses and/or two (2) years of successful diversified office experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of the operation and program of the school system. Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures, grammar, spelling and business correspondence. Ability to exercise independent judgment. Ability to deal effectively and courteously with students, school personnel, and the general public. Computer skills required.

Reports To:

Principal

Performance Responsibilities:

1. Serve as secretary and administrative assistant to the principal, arranging appointments, taking calls, answering inquiries, composing and typing routine correspondence and memoranda.

2. Prepare reports required from the principal.

3. Maintain attendance records and prepare related reports.

4. Prepare other reports required from the school principal.

5. Type a wide variety of records, reports, memoranda, and teaching materials and operate duplicating equipment.

6. Furnish information and assistance to students, parents, teachers, and other interested parties.

7. May supervise clerical assistants in the performance of similar or related work.

8. Communicate effectively with the public, staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.

9. Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.

10. Ensure adherence to good safety standards.

11. Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.

12. Model and maintain high ethical standards.

13. Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

14. Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.

15. Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.

16. Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.

17. Exhibit interpersonal skills as an effective team member.

18. Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.

19. Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.

20. Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.

21. Participate in cross-training activities as required

22. May be required to work beyond the 40-hour week.

23. Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Physical Requirements:

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the System's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the System.