Accounts Payable, Administrative Skills, Billing, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Management, Employee Assistance Plan, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Human Resources, Leadership, Mail Processing, Multitasking, Order Processing, Order Supplies, Press Releases, Problem Solving Skills, Purchase Orders, Social Media, Team Player, Voice Mail
id='p2401_'>Orono Middle School Head Principal Secretary JobID: 2401
Position Type:
Educational Support Personnel
Date Posted:
7/13/2026
Location:
Orono Middle School
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Description: Middle School Principal's Head Secretary
Job Summary:
- Provide support to the middle school principal and assistance to building staff as needed and as directed by the principal.
- Provide leadership in creating a welcoming atmosphere in the Middle School office and assist students, parents, visitors, and vendors who come into the office in obtaining necessary information.
- Ensure top-notch customer service to parents, students, and staff members.
- Plan, coordinate, and ensure that the Principal's schedule is followed and respected.
- Provide oversight and support for Middle School engagement efforts, recognition programs, and administrative-level correspondence; these must align with the mission and adopted strategies of the Orono Public Schools, and are often time-sensitive.
- Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues throughout the school system to exchange or convey information.
- Assist the Principal in preparing and disseminating communications in a variety of formats, including web, social media, email, mass mailings, press releases, and emergency communications
- Manage a variety of special projects for the Principal as assigned or designated.
- Facilitate the daily operation of the office.
- Coordinate all staff absences, including preparation for substitute teachers; maintain the automated substitute system, prepare timecards, and provide instructions. Call for substitutes as needed.
- Review and respond to emails, voicemail, phone messages, and written correspondence.
- Schedule repairs, order supplies, report meter readings, monitor fax, and manage incoming and outgoing mail.
- Enter purchase orders and code invoices to be paid by accounts payable.
- Use fines' databases to collect/record fines, and make deposits.
- Arranges substitute coverage for teachers.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma required
- Experience providing outstanding customer service
- Must possess knowledge of data privacy rules and statutes and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new programs are required.
- Dedication to providing the highest level of customer service to the school community.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work responsibilities.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and openness to change, unconditionally required.
- The ability to initiate tasks based on situational needs is required
- Willingness to participate in ongoing development and dedication to continuous professional growth.
- Ability to problem-solve, defuse difficult situations, and respond in crisis situations.
- Must develop and demonstrate a commitment to advancing the District mission and goals through careful attention to the key themes of Academics, Character, and Connectedness.
Preferred experience:
- Associate or Bachelor's Degree
- Previous work in a school office setting
- Previous work as an administrative assistant in a school setting
- Previous experiences with Frontline and Synergy data management systems and State Discipline Reporting are preferred.
Building/Site: Orono Middle School
Schedule: 8 hours/day 260 days/year
Bargaining Group and Level: ESP Responsibility Level IV
COMPENSATION
Hourly Wage: $23.00-$26.37
INSURANCE
- Single Health: 90% Covered by District
- Employee + 1 Health: 75% Covered by District
- Family Health: 75% Covered by District
- Dental: 100% covered by District
- Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District
- LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
VACATION AND HOLIDAYS
- Vacation: 10 Days.
- Holidays: 11 Paid Holiday/Year
OTHER BENEFITS
Incentive Pay: 1%
RETIREMENT/PENSION
Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs
District Website: www.orono.k12.mn.us
Contact:
Kim Van Eyll, Middle School Principal
952-449-8450 Kimberly.vaneyll@orono.k12.mn.us
or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us