Office Clerk

Office Clerk

Qualifications:

*High School diploma or equivalent

*Training as a clerk secretary or willingness to be trained as such

*Experience working with students in an authoritative role

*Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find necessary

Employment Terms: Salary and work year to be established by the Board

Reports To: Administrator/Supervisor (such as Principal, Assistant Principal, Supervisor)

Supervises: Student Workers

Job Goal: Work as part of a team in providing a courteous, efficient, safe and rewarding educational environment for all students

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel

Performance Responsibilities:

*Operate the switchboard and other communication systems, when assigned, in an efficient manner, giving courteous and prompt assistance to callers

*Maintain the work area in a clean, orderly, and functional manner

*Compile, copy, collate and bind printed materials as directed

*Maintain the confidentiality of student and staff records and behavior

*Understand and utilize technology available, along with all necessary office equipment (calculators, copiers, fax machines, etc.)

*Maintain all records of the office including all bookkeeping that may be required

*Greet visitors and persons entering the building in a friendly manner; show same attitude to fellow employees, and always look for ways to assist the team

*Answer telephones, relay messages, transfer calls, manage communications to appropriate individuals, and deal with all fellow staff members in a professional and personable manner

*Manage mail and other deliveries as required, both receipt (sorting & distribution) and disbursement, making sure necessary supplies are on hand

*Process all forms/information and submit to central office on a timely basis

*Assist substitutes with assignments, information, and needed supplies

*Make copies, produce reports and create documents for others as needed

*Take responsibility for bulletin boards in office; post schedules and menus

*Support administrator with all facets of the office by being punctual, staying on task, and always striving for professional growth

*Assist administrator/supervisor with programs such as banquets, honors programs, etc.

*Enter and maintain accurate information on EMIS system or other data management systems

*Provide assistance to staff and students that may include occasional exposure to blood and bodily fluid

*Provide assistance to staff and students that may include occasional interaction among unruly children

*Organize, secure and distribute student medications as per administrative direction and policy

*Comply with all Plain Local Board of Education policies and procedures

*Perform other duties as directed