ACE - Administrative Assistant / Attendance

ACE - Administrative Assistant / Attendance JobID: 18525 Position Type: Classified Staff Date Posted: 6/29/2026 Location: ACADEMY FOR CAREER EXCELLENCE POSITION PURPOSE: Provides comprehensive administrative support to the principal, department head, or other administrative personnel. Alternate position titles include Administrative Assistant/Guidance; Administrative Assistant/Professional Development. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Receive telephone calls, correspondence, deliveries and visitors, and respond or refer appropriately. Prepare, type, copy, mail, and file materials such as correspondence, reports, and bulletins. Schedule appointments and meetings. Assist in preparation of materials and in the use of office equipment. Provide backup and assistance to other clerical areas. Comply with and maintain knowledge of all policies and regulations pertinent to the district, school, and/or department. Process routine office forms, purchase orders, printing requests, etc., as assigned or directed. Maintain student files. Compile statistical reports as assigned or directed. Perform bookkeeping functions as assigned or directed. Manage grant requests and monitor administrative details following approval. In addition to the above general duties and responsibilities, the following are specific to the identified areas: School-based/Guidance Prepare transcripts, schedule appointments, and manage correspondence for guidance staff. Gather academic work for students who are absent or attending alternative schools. Assist counselors, social workers, and Community Development Facilitator as needed. Ensure accuracy of enrollment, transfer, and withdrawal procedures as assigned or directed. Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive data and adherence to local, state, and federal guidelines. Assist with translating for Spanish-speaking parents and students. ADDITIONAL DUTIES Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Chief Officer, Superintendent, or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent. QUALIFICATIONS Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college preferred. High school diploma and one year relevant office experience; or general education degree (GED) and three years relevant office experience. EXPERIENCE Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook and PowerPoint. Ability to use the Internet for research applications. Minimum of 40 wpm. Must possess working knowledge of common office equipment, such as fax, copier, calculator, etc. Fluency in Spanish preferred. If fluent, additional responsibilities will include translating. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time. Speak and hear. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls. WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting. Have regular and punctual attendance. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment. REPORTS TO Principal DAYS PER YEAR 190 SALARY CLASSIFICATION Paid on the Classified Staff Salary Schedule Level 106 EMPLOYEE GROUP Classified FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr