Secretary I

Job Summary

Position is responsible for providing clerical office support in a school office or department.


Essential Duties

1. Performs a variety of clerical tasks as assigned by the administrator.
2. Compiles information from various sources for records and reports.
3. Maintains student files and records.
4. Registers incoming students.
5. Answers the telephone and responds to the needs of parents, teachers, and administrators.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
7. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

Completion of high school and or any equivalent combination of experience and training including or supplemented by a course in typing. Thorough knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment. Ability to type accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed; familiarity with Microsoft Office. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.


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The Newport News Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy and childbirth, marital status or any other basis prohibited by law. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4, and 4-6).