Office Support Specialist- Senior

Position Type:

Clerical/Office Support Specialist SeniorDate Posted:

4/7/2026

Location:

Ordean East Middle SchoolClosing Date:

04/14/2026Office Support Specialist

• Senior Ordean-East Middle School40 hrs/ 52 weeks | Monday
• Friday | 7:30 am
• 4:00 pm

Starting Wage:

$21.44/hr + BenefitsJoin the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.

Summary:

Duluth Public Schools is seeking an individual to under limited supervision, performs administrative support requiring a high degree of awareness, tact, creativity and initiative. A considerable amount of work performed involves directing or completing projects and resolving complex problems and work issues. This job class is distinguished as the third level within the Office Support Specialist series. This designation is responsible for complex staff support work activities. Work is often accomplished by directing and/or obtaining the assistance of other support staff. The scope and complexity of these positions requires an extensive knowledge of the office/school's operations. Frequently, the work activities performed can have district-wide impact and implications

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent and three years in advanced staff support.

Knowledge Requirements:

District policies, regulations, procedures and processesApplicable state and federal rules, regulations, policies and proceduresCustomer service principles and practicesDistrict budgeting and payroll processingModern office methods, practices and proceduresAdvanced to expert level personal computer operations and various software applicationsBookkeeping and payroll principles, practices and procedures

Skill Requirements:

Planning, organizing and setting work priorities and work independently with no immediate supervisionCommunications, both oral and in writingMaintaining confidentiality with sensitive information, issues and situationsOperating various office equipmentInterpreting, explaining and applying written and oral instructions, procedures and regulationsDetermining priorities in the handling of unique and/or complex problemsPromoting public relations and dealing tactfully and diplomatically with staff, students and the general publicMaintaining confidentially with sensitive information, issues and situationIn addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours/week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement ArrangementSingle Coverage District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annuallyFamily Coverage District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00 into HRA annuallyDental PlanSingle Coverage District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)Family Coverage District pays 25% of PremiumLife Insurance District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance Long Term DisabilityDistrict-provided at no cost to employeeFlexible Spending AccountsEmployees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care AccountsRetirementThe District contributes 7.5% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan.

Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options.

Time OffEach bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resource at 218-336-8722 or email [email protected]Attachment(s):83591 (1).pdf