Office Manager - Leave Replacement Pool

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.


This posting will be used to generate an applicant pool for the 2025-26 School Year. This pool does not necessarily indicate there is a current vacancy. However, should a vacancy occur, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the school year.

JOB SUMMARY


This position manages the operation of a school office, manages a school budget, and serves as secretary to the principal. The position provides various support services for students, parents, staff, and the public; promotes positive public relations for the school and the district.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP


Reports to Principal.


WORKING CONDITIONS


Works in busy office environment; frequent interruptions; extensive computer use; required to deal with distraught or angry parents and students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


Education and Experience


High school graduation or equivalent with three or more years of office experience preferably involving decision-making skills; experience working with adolescents and the public; computer experience; school district work experience preferred.

Allowable Substitution


Training in secretarial procedures or customer service experience may substitute on a month-to- month basis for one year of the required experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


Knowledge of general secretarial procedures; knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage; keyboarding skills; skill in operating general office machines; ability to organize and set priorities; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to coordinate work assignments from multiple staff members; ability to read, write, speak, and compute effectively; ability to oversee the, office, and clerical staff; ability to exercise independent judgement, remain flexible, and work effectively under pressure; ability to maintain confidential information; ability to interact with adolescents in a warm, confident manner; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the general public.

Licenses/Special Requirements
Ability to operate computers, general office equipment, and learn specific software programs.

SALARY: Salary is based upon the current 2025-26 NEOPA Salary Schedule Salary; placement on the salary schedule will be determined by Human Resources DOE. FLSA Non-Exempt. Steps 10, 12, and 15 are longevity steps.

WORK YEAR: Days of the week and hours may vary

BENEFITS: Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board.


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