About this role
Secretary (10 month) Kickemuit Middle School QUALIFICATIONS: 1) High school diploma or equivalent; 2) Demonstrated skills in the secretarial field; 3) Working knowledge of basic office procedures and the operation of common office equipment and machines; 4) Demonstrated basic and applied computer skills; 5) Completion of First Aid and CPR courses, as provided by the District; 6) Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee may find appropriate and acceptable. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: 1) Speaks a second language pertinent to District needs; 2) Able to take shorthand and transcribe various types of dictation; 3) Two years of post-secondary training in a related field; 4) Five years job experience as a secretary. JOB GOAL: To assure the smooth and efficient operation of the school office so that the maximum positive impact on the education of children can be realized. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a productive and smoothly-run office; 2)Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills; 3) Receives and routes all incoming calls and messages; 4) Communicates effectively through verbal, non-verbal and written expression; 5) Maintains student records as shall be required, including computer records; 6) Maintains confidentiality concerning parents, students, personnel and other school related matters, including all mail and other communications; 7) Prepares attendance reports for the Superintendent's Office when required to do so; 8) Maintains all school records such as inventories of books, equipment, supplies, visitor logs; 9) If necessary, administers first aid; 10) Interprets or facilitates communication with parents; 11) Prepares and/or assists in preparation of purchase orders, requisitions and schedules; 12) Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of all local, State and Federal reports or surveys; 13) Prepares and maintains account budgets; 14) Duplicates and distributes materials, as required; 15) Opens and distributes mail and other communications; 16) Prepares and maintains transportation lists, when necessary; 17) Performs any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or designee. All applicants must apply on www.SchoolSpring.com to be considered.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: (199 Working Days) - 180 School Days, 5 days before school, 4 days after school & 10 days at the discretion of the principal worked over summer, winter and/or February/spring break. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the School Committee's policy.