OFFICE ASSISTANT SY25-26 Position Available In Hinds, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: The Office Assistant position at Van Winkle Elementary School in Jackson, Mississippi requires a high school diploma and proficiency in oral and written communication, organizational skills, and computer proficiency. Responsibilities include data entry, record-keeping, and administrative support. The salary is $14.50 per hour based on a 225-day work year.
Job Description
OFFICE ASSISTANT SY25-26
Van Winkle Elementary School (Pre-K Center) 1655 WHITING ROAD, Jackson, MS 39209 Jackson Public Schools MS Van Winkle Elementary School (Pre-K Center) –
Jackson, Mississippi Job Details Job ID:
5152822
Application Deadline:
Jul 31, 2025 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description Office Assistant
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma and two years of business college preferred Proficiency in oral and written communication Possess strong organizational skills Possess excellent people skills Possess the ability to facilitate multiple tasks simultaneously Proficiency in computer skills (Microsoft and Excel) Must be able to maintain confidentiality in all matters Loyalty and professionalism
REPORTS TO
Principal and/or Office Manager
JOB GOAL
To contribute to the efficient operation of the school office by providing support in the areas of attendance, cumulative records, data entry, and other assigned tasks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Answers the telephone; relays information to appropriate personnel; greets visitors; and responds to requests for information as directed. Types correspondence including memoranda, letters, and reports; copies educational materials for teachers. Operates a variety of office equipment including photocopiers, facsimile machines, and computers; inputs and retrieves data and text. Assists the office manager in a variety of duties including, but not limited to the following: registering students for the upcoming school year; compiling birth certificate and immunization forms; verifying and organizing incoming supplies and equipment; ensuring grades are in the SIS; printing progress reports, report cards, and cumulative folder labels; maintaining student discipline records; and attending professional development sessions. Inputs and maintains required student data through the SIS (student information system) including, but not limited to, enrolling and withdrawing students and recording demographic data. Inputs and maintains required attendance data through the SIS (student information system); completes daily and monthly attendance reports; prints absentee reports; runs and verifies ADA report; enters excused absences when students return. Requests, maintains, and sends cumulative records when appropriate; records pertinent data on cumulative records. Demonstrates proficiency in the district and state student information system. Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Salary Information Classification:
Office Assistant Scale:
Classified Grade:
A Grade Days Employed:
225 days
Salary:
Range:
$14.50 per hour
Overtime:
Non-exempt Codes MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:
751016 (Secretary/Clerical)
