Office Administrator I (260 days)

$41,518 - $41,518/Yr

Henrico County Public Schools

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote

Educational Services

About the position

The Office Administrator I position at Henrico County Public Schools is a full-time role based at Jackson Davis Elementary School, requiring 260 days of work per year, with an 8-hour workday. The starting annual salary for this position is $41,517.69, which may vary based on the promotion policy for internal candidates for the 2024-25 school year. This role is essential in supporting the administrative functions of the school, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. The Office Administrator will be responsible for generating reports, maintaining student files, and performing various data processing tasks, including entries, withdrawals, and changes. Excellent computer skills, particularly in word processing and Excel, are crucial for success in this role. The Office Administrator must demonstrate strong attention to detail, especially regarding deadlines and confidentiality. The ability to interact courteously with the public, answer phones effectively, and manage records is vital. This position requires organizational skills to prioritize tasks and work collaboratively as part of a team. The administrator will also be responsible for operating standard office equipment and ensuring the protection of students' equipment and materials. Compliance with division regulations and policies is mandatory, and the administrator will perform related tasks as assigned by school administrators. In addition to these responsibilities, the Office Administrator will assist students, parents, faculty, and staff, often dealing with upset parents or patrons in a calm and effective manner. The role requires daily attendance and engagement in tasks specific to the needs of the school. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with business school or some college education preferred. Leadership qualities and strong communication skills are necessary for this position, along with proficiency in various computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet data entry, and database maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Generates reports using excellent computer skills (Word Processing and Excel)
• Maintains confidentiality and attention to detail
• Answers phone calls courteously and meets the public effectively
• Manages records and maintains student files
• Operates standard office equipment
• Takes and dispatches messages accurately and efficiently
• Registers new students and withdraws students as necessary
• Prepares and sends records to other schools for transfer students
• Assists students, parents, faculty, and staff
• Deals calmly with upset parents and patrons, listening effectively
• Attends work daily and remains engaged and on task
• Performs other duties as assigned by administrators

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent (business school or some college preferred)
• Excellent computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet data entry, and database maintenance
• Strong leadership qualities and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and attention to detail
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with PowerSchool is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on promotion policy for internal candidates
• Permanent full-time employment status