Office Assistant - Hartford Public High School (N178-2526)

Posting Number: N178-2526 Posting Date: December 17, 2025 Closing Date: Until Filled Position: Office Assistant Location: Hartford Public High School Reports To: Principal Primary Functions Perform clerical responsibilities of a confidential and responsible nature requiring knowledge of systems and procedures in a school environment. Typical Duties and Responsibilities Perform general receptionist duties. Perform general bookkeeping duties. Answer telephones and screen incoming calls. Attend computer and job skills training as requested during work hours. Photocopy/collate materials. Maintain attendance sheets. Type correspondence, memos and other communications. Perform other related clerical duties as assigned. Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices where necessary. Proficient in the use of modern office procedures, practices and equipment, including Microsoft Windows’97, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook or whatever is applicable to the specific school. Ability to work and make decisions in accordance with rules, regulations and departmental policy and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff. Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in dealing with the public, students, and staff. Knowledge of and ability to use Standard English grammar with correct spelling, punctuation and letter form. Ability to make basic arithmetical computations and speed and accuracy. Must possess a high school diploma or GED supplemented by business courses. Ability to work under stressful conditions and work within difficult time constraints. Ability to work effectively with diverse groups. Candidate must successfully complete testing requirements. Please contact the Office of Talent Management to schedule an appointment at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Certification Requirements Non-certified. Salary and Terms of Employment Salary in accordance with Hartford Federation of School Secretaries, 2018-2024 Salary Grid (095-12), $41,000-$56,105. Twelve-month work year. Union Affiliation The Hartford Federation of School Secretaries (HFSS) Application Procedure To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools’ online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at Internal applicants should use a personal email address when applying. Please do not use your hartfordschools.org email. Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews. An Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… M/F/V/D #J-18808-Ljbffr ReNEW Schools