Administrative Assistant Edward Little High School Year Round
Auburn School Department
Edward Little High School - Auburn, Maine Job Details
Job ID:
5757517
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Jun 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 17, 2026
Job Description
High School Administrative Assistant - Job Description Year Round
Position Summary:
The High School Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of the school office. This role serves as a key point of contact for students, staff, families, and the public, maintaining a professional, welcoming, and organized environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serves as the primary receptionist for the high school office; greet visitors in a friendly manner and respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and via email with professionalism and confidentiality
- Provide administrative support to the administrative team and school staff
- Maintain student records, attendance, and confidential files in accordance with state and district policies
- Manage daily attendance, including tracking absences, tardiness, truancy, and early dismissals
- Prepare correspondence, reports, and school communications
- Coordinate office operations, including scheduling appointments, meetings, and events
- Maintain calendars and assist with building logistics and event coordination
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements (FERPA)
- Perform other duties as assigned by the administrative team or designee
Qualifications:
- High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred
- Prior experience in an office or school setting preferred
- Ability to work as a team with strong interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficiency in office software (e.g., Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Experience with student information systems (e.g., PowerSchool) preferred
- A positive, professional demeanor
Work Environment:
Fast-paced school office environment with frequent interruptions
Regular interaction with students, staff, families, and the public
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, and move about the office for extended periods
Occasional lifting of light to moderate office materials
Excellent Benefits:
Anthem Health insruance Single 87% paid, 20 vacation days, 16 sick days, 5 Earned Paid Leave days. Maine State Retirement option ( PLD plan)
Position Type:
Full-time