Professional Secretary I
4 hrs / day Professional Secretary I - 10.5 mos / school year
Location : Wilson Elementary
Current secretaries use the internal bidding process to apply. All other current district employees (not a secretary), or external applicants apply online by completing the external application.
Entry Wage 2025-26, $18.43 / hr : Current secretaries with seniority please refer to the Wage Sections of the secretary contract.
Internal Bidders : Open thru 10 / 21 / 25 @ 4 : 00 PM
External Applicants (will hire externally if no internal bidder) : Open until position is filled.
Duties & Responsibilities
Processes and ensures the accuracy of student attendance on a daily basis for the purpose of accurate tracking and documentation of student attendance.
Researches discrepancies of attendance information and / or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures prior to processing and / or referring for action.
Evaluates situations for the purpose of taking appropriate action and / or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Maintains documents, files to DocuShare student records for the purpose of documenting and / or providing accurate, up-to-date information for future reference and audit trail for compliance and conformance with District and State requirements.
Orients school site staff, students, and parents / guardians for the purpose of ensuring accurate attendance reporting and documentation.
Assist Principal and Building Secretary.
Helps in all offices including health office as needed. Employee must get medication certified.
Work with counselors on attendance.
Prepares written attendance materials (e.g. school attendance reports, teacher reports, student attendance histories, attendance letter, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities.
Responds to inquiries of staff, parents, and / or students (e.g. attendance history, classroom enrollments, student schedules, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and / or direction.
Assists in preparing BEDS report and other building reports as requested.
Other duties as assigned by administrator.
Physical Requirements of Position
Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Special Qualification Desired
Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
Skilled in use of Infinite Campus.
Experience with diverse populations.
Attentive to detail and accuracy; good organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure, establish priorities, maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines while maintaining a calm demeanor during stressful situations.
Able to take initiative in identifying tasks to be accomplished.
Ability to be cross-trained with other clerical position within the office.
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