School Board Recording Secretary

Position range in Sullivan County $36k•$65k Per Year School Board Recording Secretary (Employer Name Not Available)

Occupation:

Educational Instruction and Library Occupations

Location:

Newport, NH•03773 Positions available: 1 Job #: 5351055

Source:

K12JobSpot | EDJobsNH.com

Posted:

02/02/2026

Web Site:

www.k12jobspot.com

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Partial Job Description.

Position Title:

Recording Secretary•School Board Reports to: School Board Chair and/or Superintendent (or designee)

Status:

Part-time contracted or hourly position (often per meeting)

Location:

Newport School District SAU43, Newport

NH PURPOSE

The Recording Secretary is responsible for providing accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of school board meetings and related recordkeeping. This role supports open, transparent governance and ensures public records comply with New Hampshire's Right-to-Know law (RSA 91-A).

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES PREPARE & RECORD MINUTES

Attend all regular and special School Board Meetings. Take clear, accurate notes of discussions and board actions. Produce draft minutes promptly within 5 business days. Revise minutes based in review by the Board Chair or designated reviewer

ENSURE COMPLIANCE

Format minutes in accordance with NH public meeting law requirements (RSA 91-A). Include key elements such as motions made, votes taken, agenda items, attendance, and legally required summaries.

MEETING SUPPORT

Review agenda packets in advance to anticipate and clarify items to be recorded. Attend some meetings in person and others virtually, based on scheduling and consent.

COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISON

Communicate with the Board Chair, Superintendent, and Administrative staff to ensure smooth preparation and delivery of minutes and records.

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong listening, shorthand, and typing skills (accurate 50+ words/min recommended). Familiarity with public meeting laws (NH

RSA 91-A

) and public record requirements. Experience with word processing and online meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.). Excellent written communication and organizational skills. Ability to meet deadlines for minute distribution and posting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Evening meetings are common. Work is part time; may vary by month based on meeting schedule. May work remotely for minute transcription and drafting.

TYPICAL PAY

Many NH school board recording secretaries are part-time and paid hourly or per meeting (e.g., $25.00 per hour in some districts).