Administrative Assistant - 10 Month

Administrative Assistant - 10 Month Stafford County Public Schools MARGARET BRENT ELEMENTARY - Stafford, Virginia This job is also posted in Stafford County Public Schools Job Details Job ID: 5814210 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026 Job Description Job Title: Administrative Assistant Department: Department/School Based Pay Grade: Clerical Salary Scale CP20 Work Calendars: Service 10 Month, 185 Days FLSA Status: Non-Exempt GENERAL PURPOSE Working with all staff within the Assigned School or Department, the Administrative Assistant will perform general clerical duties to support school/department operations. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong attention to detail in record keeping and written communication and the ability to work well with colleagues and the public. MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Support effective communications Prepare, type, print, and distribute a variety of written materials through established communication systems (e.g., newsletters, emails, websites) Draft written communications from rough drafts, outlines, meeting notes, or verbal instructions Providing copy-editing and other quality check support to colleagues Maintain accurate, accessible archives of all communications Develop and maintain contact databases as required Manage public inquiries with strong customer service Welcome and screen visitors and callers Identifies needs of visitors and callers, addresses questions directly when possible, and triages requests to appropriate colleague Support and demonstrate core values of SCPS Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position. Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information. Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position. Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality. Serve as an optimal role model for students, colleagues, and the general public. Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers. Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality. Perform other related duties as required/assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or certifications related to clerical duties preferred. Two (2) years of professional experience required; prior experience in clerical roles preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge Appropriate professional English grammar, usage, spelling, punctuation, and publication Skills Use of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Use of Google Drive, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms Abilities Deliver effective written and verbal communication Manage time and tasks effectively Consistently implement SCPS policies, regulations, and procedures relevant to office operations Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals Organize and perform work independently Work on multiple projects while meeting all deadlines Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work environment is inside, with moderate noise, temperatures that are controlled, and no exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements. The work is light work, requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force to move or lift objects. The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: Standing for prolonged periods Sitting for prolonged periods Repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, or fingers Ability to feel, grasp, or hold objects by hand Discernment of colors visually Discernment of letters or numbers Understanding and communicating in spoken language Understanding and communicating in written language Perception of sounds Making decisions using logic and rational thinking To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this job description. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $27,972 to $52,600 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Terri Rivero 31 Stafford Ave Stafford, Virginia 22554 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr