About the position
The Secretary position at Charles County Public Schools is a full-time role designed to support the administration and staff of an elementary school. This position is classified as a non-exempt role and is part of a 10.5-month employment term, aligning with the school year. The Secretary will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that are essential for the smooth operation of the school. This includes entering, maintaining, and retrieving student database information, as well as preparing and typing various correspondence and reports. The role requires a high level of organization and the ability to manage multiple inquiries simultaneously, ensuring effective communication with pupils, teachers, parents, and other school visitors. In addition to administrative duties, the Secretary will operate office equipment to support school administration and staff. Regular attendance is crucial for this role, as it directly impacts the functioning of the school. The Secretary will also be expected to maintain a professional demeanor and foster good working relationships within the school community. The position requires proficiency in computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as general internet skills. The ability to type accurately at a speed of 50 words per minute is also a requirement for this position.
Responsibilities
- Enter, maintain, and retrieve student database information.
- Prepare and type a variety of correspondence and reports.
- Operate office equipment in support of school administration and staff.
- Maintain regular on-time attendance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to type accurately at a speed of 50 words per minute.
- Knowledge of efficient office practices and procedures.
- Proficient computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, etc.).
- Ability to react effectively to various simultaneous inquiries.
- Capacity to work with pupils, teachers, parents, administrative personnel, and school visitors in a manner conducive to good working relationships.
- Excellent organizational skills.
