Clerk - Health Office - Maple Avenue Middle School

Saratoga Springs City School District - Saratoga Springs, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Saratoga Springs, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The Saratoga Springs City School District is seeking a Clerk for the Health Office at Maple Avenue Middle School. This position is anticipated to begin on September 1, 2024, following the posting date of August 23, 2024. The ideal candidate will possess current clerk certification or be on the Civil Service eligible list. The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other clerical software, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced office environment while maintaining confidentiality. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate with others, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. The selected candidate will be expected to have a positive attitude, be a team player, and be friendly and customer service-oriented, particularly in interactions with children. Duties may include managing attendance records and other clerical tasks. The candidate must be able to understand and follow both oral and written instructions. If the selected candidate is not already in title or on the approved Clerk Civil Service list, they will be appointed provisionally and will be required to take the exam once it is announced, aiming to score in the top three. This is a 10-month position, and the salary will be determined according to the CSEA contract. The application deadline for this position is August 29, 2024, and all interested external applicants must register and apply through RecruitFront, while internal applicants should submit a letter of interest through SchoolFront. The Saratoga Springs City School District is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunity in employment and programs without discrimination based on various protected classifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage attendance records and clerical tasks in the Health Office.
• Maintain confidentiality in all office communications and records.
• Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and other clerical software effectively.
• Collaborate with staff and students in a friendly and professional manner.
• Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow oral and written instructions accurately.

Requirements

• Current clerk certification or on the Civil Service eligible list preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other clerical software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate and get along well with others.
• Clerical aptitude, mental alertness, neatness, accuracy, tact, and courtesy.
• Positive attitude and customer service orientation.

Benefits

• Salary per the CSEA contract.