Administrative Assistant - Special Programs Scheduling

Administrative Assistant – Special Programs Scheduling

The position of Administrative Assistant – Special Programs Scheduling, is done for the purpose of coordinating and managing the scheduling of Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Section 504 meetings across assigned schools or programs.

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules IEP and 504 meetings, ensuring compliance with state and federal timelines and district procedures.

• Manages and maintains scheduling systems, calendars, and databases related to special education and 504 processes.

• Utilizes and maintains technology systems, such as Synergy and IEP Online, to support documentation, and monitoring of IEP and 504 timelines and compliance.

• Develops and refines systems and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and communication for meeting scheduling.

• Prepares, distributes, and tracks meeting notices and related documentation in alignment with legal and district requirements.

• Collaborates with case managers, school psychologists, administrators, families and other team members to ensure readiness for meetings.

• Maintains accurate records and documentation related to scheduling, compliance timelines, and meeting outcomes.

• Provides technical support and guidance to staff regarding scheduling systems and tools.

• Assists with reporting, data collection, and monitoring of compliance indicators related to IEP and 504 timelines.

• Provides general office and administrative support as needed, including answering phones, assisting visitors, and supporting department operations.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to and is supervised by the Director of Special Education

Education and Experience

Required: • High school diploma or equivalent. • One (1) year of office, administrative, or clerical experience, preferably in a school or customer service setting.

Preferred: • Experience working with special education, 504 processes, or compliance-related scheduling. • Experience using scheduling systems, student information systems, or database management tools. • Multilingual

Licensing Requirements

None

Knowledge

Office procedures and practices. Fluency with Office 365 Suite products Scheduling systems and calendar management tools. Data entry and records management processes. Customer service and public relations practices. Standard English usage, spelling, and grammar. Basic understanding of educational environments and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. Customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with families, staff, and community members. Ability to manage complex scheduling across multiple stakeholders and timelines. Skill in using computer applications for scheduling systems, data entry, and document preparation. Oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

Physical Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

Conditions of Employment

AISP pay grade D $ 33.90 to $ 35.85/hour (starting hourly rate $ 33.90) based on negotiated collective bargaining agreement, 40 hours/week and a 222-day annual assignment. Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.