Secretary - Principal

Secretary to the Principal

Principal Position Title: Secretary to the Principal

Location(s): Schaghticoke Middle School

Position Reports To: Building Administration

Internal Close Date: October 27, 2026

Required Certification: Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent

General Scope of Function: The Principal Secretary plays an integral role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the school's administrative operations. This position provides essential support to the Principal's office while serving as a key liaison between administration, faculty, students, and families.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced secretarial skills including but not limited to experience with Microsoft Suite MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Google email and/or financial software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with an ability to work with district staff, students and parents.
• Possess good judgment in responding to parents, guardians and other members of the public.
• High degree of organization.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
• Previous Experience in a school system a plus
• Knowledge of PowerSchool a plus
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform secretarial duties to include but are not limited to manage & maintaining office documents, faxing, photocopying, all written and electronic correspondence, financial documents and records.
• Answer and direct telephone inquiries.
• Support district staff, parents and others with questions and concerns.
• Schedule and maintain meetings, appointments, and electronic calendars.
• Maintain schedules and calendars for state required reports and other time sensitive activities.
• Provide logistical support for building and department activities.
• Coordinates special education and 504 meetings, paperwork, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Provide secretarial support to school administration.
• Responsible for student records to include registration and withdrawal of all students, demographics, free/reduced lunch forms, bus passes, etc.
• Responsible for monthly enrollment report.
• Collects and maintains records on disciplinary measures; if applicable
• Works with all forms and records involving staff absenteeism and substitute coverage.
• Provides relief for and helps office receptionists with students, parents, visitors and staff members.
• Maintains records on field trips, guest visitors, and dismissals; if applicable
• Works with Principal on district-wide testing of students.

Physical Activity: The position may require infrequent lifting, pulling or pushing during the normal performance of the tasks and responsibilities. Work may require frequent sitting, walking, and standing in an office environment. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of a Secretary, at a minimum, the essential functions of the position.

Work Environment: Work is performed in the school office environment.

Terms of Employment: Full-time 12 Month Salary & Benefits, as per Union Contract

Application Procedure: Apply online at: All application materials must be submitted online, through Frontline. Should you have difficulty in submitting your online application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io

COMPENSATION & WAGE RANGE DISCLOSURE: In accordance with Connecticut General Statutes 31-40z (Wage Range Disclosure), hourly wage rates and step placement for this position are governed by the Wage Schedule (Classification Class IA, Class I, Class II, or Class III) set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the New Milford Board of Education and the New Milford Educational Secretaries Association, Chapter of Local 136, I.F.P.T.E.

BENEFITS & LEAVE ELIGIBILITY: Eligible employees in this bargaining unit receive benefits pursuant to the IFPTE Local 136 collective bargaining agreement, including:

• Health & Medical Insurance: Connecticut State Partnership Plan 2.0 (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage) for full-time assignments.
• Paid Leave: Annual allotment of Paid Sick Leave, Personal Days, Paid Vacation Days (for 12-month staff), and Paid Holidays.
• Family & Medical Leave: Job protection under the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and wage-replacement benefit eligibility under the Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT Paid Leave) program, supplemented by contractual paid leave allotments.
• Retirement & Pension: Mandatory enrollment in the Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System (CMERS) or district pension plan as applicable; optional 403(b)/457(b) plans.
• Additional Benefits: Group Life Insurance, Overtime eligibility under FLSA rules, and Longevity Pay where applicable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & STATUTORY CLEARANCES: The New Milford Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The New Milford Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The New Milford Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.