Secretary to Principal

Harris County Department of Education ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-E - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps Secretary to Principal Harris County Department of Education ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-E - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Job Details Job ID: 5655914 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Primary Purpose: Facilitate the effective operation of the school administrative office and provide clerical services for the school's administrative staff. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED certificate Texas Education Agency (TEA) paraprofessional certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to type a minimum of 50 words per minute Proficient skills in typing, word processing, filing, and account maintenance Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to operate and trouble‑shoot computers and other office equipment Ability to use the English language proficiently Ability to use basic mathematical operations Ability to work with frequent interruptions Ability to work within a specified behavior management system Ability to learn and utilize specialized therapeutic restraint techniques to control student behavior, when appropriate Bilingual skills preferred Knowledge of PowerSchool student information system preferred. Knowledge of Excel or access spreadsheets Ability to communicate effectively orally as well as written expression Experience: Three years secretarial experience in a public education environment preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Organize and manage the routine work activities in the school assigned. Initiate and maintain administrative office functions. Answer telephones and interact courteously and effectively with parents, students, school personnel, and visitors. Assist parents, students, staff and client districts as needed. Maintain daily staff and student attendance records, and report information to the special schools and Business Services division and school districts in a timely manner. Maintain personnel time records including sick leave, vacation and special requests. Maintain inventory of school supplies, mailing list, -, visitor logs, and office communication. Schedule meetings and appointments, and maintain calendar for principal and other personnel as assigned. Assist principal with development and management of the campus budget. Assist principal in the preparation and routing of reports, memos, and other documents. Assist principal in maintaining accurate accounting records, payroll and student records Receive, store, and issue supplies and equipment. Sort, distribute, and/or deliver mail and other documents. Keep informed of and comply with state, department, and division policies and regulations concerning primary job functions. Maintain staff and student files. Type campus and/or division correspondence and route as directed by the principal/designee. Treat all staff with dignity, integrity and respect. Maintain confidentiality of information. Conduct physical searches as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or senior director. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $36,480 to $45,043 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources 6300 Irvington Blvd. Houston, Texas 77022 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr