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Harmony Public Schools North Texas

Secretary

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A Secretary performs office administrative work and provides administrative assistance to an office staff. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages office calendars and helps to organize office workflow. Provides administrative support for reports and budgets. Documents office expenses. May handle phone inquiries. May help to arrange travel for office staff.

$38,262 / year median in Texas

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a secretary is preferred.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains confidentiality regarding staff and school related issues. Communicates with other building administrators and staff per principal directive. Coordinates office operations. Resolves most questions and problems, and refers the most complex issues to higher levels. Receipt, deposit and disburse internal account funds. Assist in preparing purchase orders for all purchases made through school budgeted funds. Provides assistance to students, parents, teachers, and visitors. Writes permits for students, orders supplies for classroom teachers. Disseminates and maintains office supplies and materials. Prepares and submits payment for purchases as required. Prepares and submits all reports as required. Assist with payroll as required. Responsible, at the direction of the Principal, for calling substitute teachers. Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a busy, productive and smoothly run office. Maintain records of both students and staff, as required. Use effective, positive interpersonal communication skills. Perform other tasks as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district. Ability to organize special programs for assigned campus. Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone. Ability to analyze data Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Light Work:
may require occasional light lifting. Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required. Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location. Moderate travel is required.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Clerical:
2 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person