Office Staff - Secretary To The Principal - New Haven Elementary, 2026-27

Office Staff - Secretary to the Principal – New Haven Elementary, 2026-27 Columbia New Haven Elementary – Columbia, Missouri. Also posted in Columbia Public Schools. Job Details Job ID: 5604530 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Mar 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Schedule/Grade: Hourly Support Staff / 28 Job Code: SEC10729 FLSA: Non-exempt Calendar: SEC-ELEM Benefits: Eligible – 60 day waiting period (Retirees not benefit eligible) Contract Type: Notification Bargaining Unit: None Revised Date: 02/12/2015 Purpose This position will provide administrative support to the elementary school principal, including welcoming visitors and providing clerical support for Parkade Elementary School. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Greeting office visitors, staff, and students. Completing bi‑weekly and monthly payrolls. Assisting and orienting substitute teachers. Responsible for purchasing for the building – ordering, creating PO’s, approving invoices, etc. Handling student enrollment for the building and maintaining student drop/add records. Responsible for warehouse orders. Bookkeeping and completing monthly financial statements. Typing correspondence such as letters, forms, etc. Answering telephones, responding to routine questions. Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District and Shepard Boulevard Elementary. District Expectations All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on policies, regulations and values, visit . Reporting Relationships Reports To: Building Principal Supervises: N/A Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma. Microsoft Office proficient. Accurate and detail oriented. Interpersonal and excellent telephone communication skills. Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast‑paced environment. Preferred: Prior office/clerical experience and familiarity with computer programs and a quick learner of new computer programs. ADA Requirements Language: Read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals; write simple reports and correspondence; speak with colleagues, staff, administration, parents and students. Computation: Perform basic mathematical functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing; calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages. Reasoning: Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; solve problems with concrete variables. Technology: Demonstrate strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; learn new systems and software. Other Skills and Abilities: Work closely with a variety of staff members and demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills; safeguard confidential information. Physical Demands: Sit, talk, hear; move about; use fingers and controls; occasionally reach, bend, lift and carry up to ten pounds; close vision ability to look at a computer screen for long periods of time. Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position. Conditions and Environment: The work environment is frequently chaotic with many students and staff members present and speaking simultaneously. Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer The district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, and local law. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $19.88 to $25.84 Per Hour Job Categories: Support Staff > Secretary #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education