Administrative Assistant I

Administrative Assistant I

Parkway is committed to hiring, retaining and investing in an exceptional staff that represents the unique diversity within our schools. We're looking for an amazing candidate to serve as our Administrative Assistant I. The Parkway School District is the leader in providing the BEST quality-of-life benefits in the St. Louis area. Our "Family Friendly" benefits offer you: Full coverage health, dental, & vision benefits included, with a second plan available at a shared cost Pension plan with 6.86% employer match 403 (b) and 457 plans with immediate participation Employer PAID life insurance Generous vacation, holiday, sick and personal leave time GREAT work environment in a West County location Promotional opportunities Location: Henry Elementary Position: 9.5 Months 6 Hours Status : Non-Exempt Purpose Statement The job of Administrative Assistant I is done for the purpose/s of providing clerical support to school staff including copying/printing/laminating; support the management of the phones/office/reception area; communicating information to staff and the public; providing complete and accurate records; and providing information and/or direction as may be requested. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; common office machines; and office methods and practices.; business telephone etiquette; grammar, spelling and punctuation; office practices; recordkeeping and record retention practices. SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.; analyzing data; classifying data and/or information; collecting money; customer service; desktop publishing; screening telephone calls ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: being attentive to detail; adapting to changing work priorities; accuracy and attention to detail; dealing with frequent interruptions; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; organizing tasks; working as part of a team.