Office Associate II (12 month)

Responsibilities Answer the telephone, take messages and distribute mail. Type correspondence and reports for staff and as needed. Compose routine correspondence. Update and design pamphlets. Maintain confidential files. Type Curriculum and Program Guides. Order supplies and coordinate printing needs. Communicate with school staff, parents, and personnel from other departments or agencies. Perform related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of business English and spelling; ability to work well with a wide variety of people; ability to answer inquiries and assist the general public in a courteous manner; excellent knowledge and expertise in the operation of personal computers with word processing and spreadsheet applications; ability to understand complex oral and written instructions. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED. Considerable clerical experience or an advanced clerical training certificate/degree. Physical Requirements Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional walking, standing, bending, stooping, balancing, and crouching. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Special Requirements Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. Benefits VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System. Salary and Compensation Hourly rate range: $17.46 - $25.47. Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry‑level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full‑time experience is confirmed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Beach City Public Schools