A School Secretary provides administrative support in schools by keeping and maintaining school records and performing a range of routine clerical tasks within the school.
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY POSITION TITLE
Clerk
ASSIGNMENT
Clerk 1 MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma or equivalent
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform essential functions and tasks which may include exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force as frequently as necessary; lifting, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, and pushing, if required. Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening
ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Basic knowledge of appropriate office practices and procedures Demonstrates skill in use of office equipment, including computers
PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs duties as needed in specifically assigned schools and departments
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator
TERM:
Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting
APPRAISAL
Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board policies
PAYGRADE
According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-instructional Salary Schedule
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Except as provided by law, the School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity, or in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups. APA Approved 7/28/2015 Board Approved 4/25/2017 Modified 8/19/2021 GENERAL
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL
All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities: Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process. To request accommodations, please contact: Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources 426 School Street Sebring, FL 33870 863-471-5555 ballc@highlands.k12.fl.us
