Administrative Assistant - Urbandale High School

    Highlights

    PURPOSE OF THE POSITION - Performs a variety of clerical support tasks involving the keeping of school records; the computer processing and production of documents and reports; provide reception, telephone answering, filing and related support services; the receipt and processing of operational data; the operation of multi-purpose office equipment and related work assignments as required; the maintenance of school records; computer processing and production of documents and reports; management of student records including grades and schedules; filing and related support services. Serve as receptionist; greet parents, faculty and students; direct visitors to appropriate locations; resolve problems personally or refer to principal or appropriate staff member; keep accurate list of calls, messages, information requests, problems and solutions and meetings and appointments.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationUrbandale, IA

    Description

    JOB TITLE - Administrative Assistant - UHS

    CLASSIFICATION - Classified

    FLSA STATUS - Non-Exempt

    IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR - Building Principal

    RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM - Building administrators, district leadership

    PURPOSE OF THE POSITION - Performs a variety of clerical support tasks involving the keeping of school records; the computer processing and production of documents and reports; provide reception, telephone answering, filing and related support services; the receipt and processing of operational data; the operation of multi-purpose office equipment and related work assignments as required; the maintenance of school records; computer processing and production of documents and reports; management of student records including grades and schedules; filing and related support services.

    Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

    QUALIFICATIONS -

    (Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)

    Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

    • Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment including computer, printer, ten-key calculator, copy machine, fax machine, telephone, etc.
    • Ability to understand the meaning of words and to use them effectively when speaking and writing to properly convey or receive information.
    • Must be able to interact in a positive manner with students, faculty, parents and other staff members.
    • Strong background with technology.
    • Management of student databases and grading.
    • Knowledge of scheduling
    • Ability to think analytically and problem solve effectively.

    Education

    • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
    • At least one year of specialized training beyond high school preferred.

    Experience

    • Two to three years of secretarial, administrative or office management experience involving computer entry, accounting and records management experience.

    Equipment

    • Office equipment such as computers, two-way radios, multi-line phone system, cell phone, copier, and fax machines.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -

    The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

    • Serve as receptionist; greet parents, faculty and students; direct visitors to appropriate locations; resolve problems personally or refer to principal or appropriate staff member; keep accurate list of calls, messages, information requests, problems and solutions and meetings and appointments.
    • Keep an accurate list of calls, messages, information requests, meetings and appointments.
    • Maintain accurate student records.
    • PowerSchool web page (announcements)
    • Support the work of the Principal and Associate Principal.
    • Update information in PowerSchool (attendance, locker info, student pictures, etc ) on a regular basis.
    • Work on purchasing and budgeting
    • Constuct weekly newsletter and other daily communications (like sub list)
    • Troubleshoot and assist students, faculty, and staff with questions regarding forms, computers, office equipment, Powerschool, etc.
    • Intercom programming (bell schedules, alerts, paging).
    • Inform administration of urgent matters and determine when delegation of tasks is needed.
    • Must be able to interact in a positive manner with students, faculty, parents, and other staff members.
    • Must be able to multitask in a busy environment.
    • Maintain confidentiality.
    • Maintain a reliable attendance record.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    SUPERVISION OF OTHERS -

    • None

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -

    • Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.
    • Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.
    • Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.
    • Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
    • Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

    WORKING CONDITIONS -

    • Majority of work is performed in an office or school setting.
    • Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT -

    • At-Will Employee
    • 12-Month Letter of Assignment
    • Per Board Policies and administrative guidelines
    • Performance evaluated annually

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