Secretary - School

Elementary Secretary
An Elementary Secretary shall carry out all school related activities as directed by the principal. The secretary shall facilitate the efficient running of the school office and foster good public relations.
Essential Functions

Handling any and all correspondence of the principal
Answering and screening all phone calls of the principal and relaying messages
Keeping a calendar of appointments for the principal
Prepare reports for the principal as directed
Post all announcements regarding the school schedule
Meet and deal with parental concerns
Directing student problems to the proper personnel
Handle all bookkeeping responsibilities
Order supplies for the school
Key in necessary information on the computer
File all materials as directed by the principal
Collect and keep all material that deals with campus personnel
Ensure confidentiality when requested
Qualification Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Prior secretarial or clerical experience
Basic computer knowledge
Filing skills
Good telephone communication skills
Physical Demands

Moderate to heavy lifting (15-44 lbs.)
Moderate carrying (15-44lbs)
Standing
Repeated bending
Ability to distinguish colors
Visual requirements
Regular attendance required.
Equipment used

Typewriter
Computer and printer
Adding Machine
Copy Machine
Work Environment

Inside and Outside
Protracted or irregular hours of work
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.
Revision Date - 11/01/2023
All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information. Midland Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.