Counseling Secretary (full-time) - Urbandale Middle School

    Highlights

    Office equipment such as two-way radios, cell phone, tablets, laptops, multi-line phone system, fax machines, copiers, computers, etc. Two to three years of secretarial, administrative or office management experience involving computer entry and records management experience.

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    LocationUrbandale, IA

    Description

    JOB TITLE - Counseling Secretary

    CLASSIFICATION - Classified

    FLSA STATUS - Non-Exempt

    IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR - Building Principal

    RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM - Building administrators, district leadership

    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, copy machine, scanner, 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.
    • Ability to create, format, and edit written communication that is clear and professional.
    • Ability to work independently, efficiently, and meet deadlines.
    • Ability to be well organized and customer service oriented.
    • Ability to accurately use and maintain databases.
    • Ability to fluently use software such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerschool and Google apps.

    Education

    • At least one year of specialized training beyond high school.

    Experience

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

    Equipment

    • Office equipment such as two-way radios, cell phone, tablets, laptops, multi-line phone system, fax machines, copiers, computers, etc.

    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 counselor''s receptionist; greets staff, at times parents, substitutes and student.
    • Must be able to multitask in a busy environment.
    • Assist counseling staff as needed during peak load.
    • Maintain annual calendar for counseling office.
    • Maintain accurate student records.
    • Create signs, brochures, flyers, and slides for TV to advertise counseling information.
    • Assist with set-up for ACT administration for National Test Dates.
    • Order and maintain adequate supplies, instructional materials, office materials and items for the counseling office.
    • File current student information in cumulative files.
    • Must be able to interact in a positive manner with students, faculty, parents, and other staff members.
    • Maintain a reliable attendance record.
    • Maintain confidentiality.
    • 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 meetings outside the school day.
    • Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT -

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

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