School Administrative Assistant

• Long Term Substitute
• Waterboro Elementary School Regional School Unit 57 Regional School Unit #57
• Waterboro, Maine Job Details

Job ID:

5880065

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57

Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087

Job Title:

School Administrative Assistant

• Long Term Substitute

Location:

Waterboro Elementary School Position Purpose Under the direct supervision of the principal or other administrator, and as assigned by the School Executive Secretary, to provide clerical, secretarial and administrative assistance to school administrators at a school site, conveying information regarding school functions and procedures; and supporting the broad array of services provided to students, parents, instructional and support employees. Qualifications Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: Graduation from high school. Some Shorthand or speed writing skills are desirable. Successful experience with office management is preferred. Essential Functions Prepares, copies and distributes notices, memoranda or other correspondence for the purpose of informing school employees regarding activities, events or other work-related matters. Assists in planning and scheduling school events and activities, and maintaining calendar of school and students events for the purpose of coordinating and scheduling events such as orientation, open house, field trips, sporting events, assemblies, conferences, etc. Assists in maintaining documents, files and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance. Prepare purchase orders for the purpose of submitting to the school district's accounting/finance office. Assists in maintaining inventories of supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring items' availability. Assist visitors to the office, including students, parents, substitute teachers, and others. Answers telephone calls, and provides information and assistance to callers. Distribute incoming mail appropriately; send outgoing mail. Evaluates situations for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution. Registering new students, making sure forms are completed, obtaining transcripts and other documentation as needed, and entering data into the computer system regarding enrollment and student records (e.g., transportation, free and reduced lunch program, attendance, withdrawals). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to describe problems and work orally or in writing to the supervisor as required. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations. Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Powerpoint, the Internet, Outlook, electronic mail). Ability to problem solve job-related issues. Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to process paperwork accurately according to standardized procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of office management procedures. Responds to inquiries from students, parents and employees, providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction. Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone. Travel Requirements Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Terms of Employment:

Salary, work year and working conditions to be established by the RSU 57 School Board.

Salary:

$19.40

• $27.

59 per hour

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Frequent:

Sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs.

Physical Tasks:

Bending, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and crouching.

Lifting:

Ability to lift ranging from 25-75 lbs depending on student size and situational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

NOTE:

The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type:

Full-time