12-Month Secretary - Atchison Elementary School

Atchison USD 409 • www.usd409.net

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Atchison Public Schools- USD 409

Job Description

 

The job description listed below is designed to provide a general outline of the expectations of a Secretary in USD 409.  As such the description should not be interpreted as all encompassing or inclusive.

 

Title:   Elementary Secretary – Twelve-Month Employee

 

Purpose:   The Secretary provides office and clerical support to assist with the efficient operation of the school district.  To accomplish these tasks- the Secretary works closely with the staff and administration of the district. This position is a non-exempt position according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.

 

Responsible to:           Building Principal(s)

 

Payment rate:           Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education

 

Qualifications:                    

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Health and Inoculation Certificate on file (after employment offer is made).
  • Experience as a secretary- with customer service skills.
  • Demonstrated typing and filing skills.
  • Experience in using various computers and computer programs.
  • Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance.
  • Requires use of equipment including repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue.
  • Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments- with numerous interruptions.
  • Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time efficiently and courteously.

General Functions:

  • Provide office and clerical support to assist with the efficient operation of the school district.
  • Ensure all activities conform to District guidelines.
  • Communicate and work with effectively and cooperatively with members of the school district and community.
  • React to change and frequent interruptions in a productive and positive manner- meeting deadlines as assigned.
  • Operate all equipment appropriately as required.
  • Work to implement the vision and mission of the district.
  • Regular attendance is required of all employees subject to allowed leave in accordance with district policy or negotiated agreement- as appropriate.  Excessive absences or tardiness- unauthorized leave or unexcused absences may result in disciplinary action including termination of employment.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Receive & relay various messages to students and staff.
  • Screen visitors and telephone calls- directing them to the appropriate person/department.
  • Screen and route incoming mail.
  • Compose- type- and copy correspondence- reports- bulletins- records- and other materials.
  • Obtain- gather- and organize data as needed.
  • Maintain an orderly filing system.
  • Maintain accurate student cumulative folders.
  • Enroll students.
  • Collect- report- and deposit money received by administration and maintain accounts.
  • Make certificates and awards.
  • Distribute office passes and notes as directed.
  • Order- receive- and distribute supplies.
  • Place orders for materials according to the current budget- verify quantities delivered- and distribute to staff.
  • Keep current on new information- innovative ideas and ideas and techniques.
  • Keep student and personnel information records confidential.
  • Observe and follow all school district policies at all times.
  • Respond to information requests in a cooperative- courteous- and timely manner.
  • Implement and follow all District health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Blood borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
  • Administer first aid to injured/ill students in the absence of the school nurse according to policy.
  • Contact parents as needed.
  • Schedule appointments and assemble materials for meetings.
  • Track and report staff/teacher absences and request substitutes as needed.
  • Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the principal.
  • Assist in the accounting of food service payments.
  • Take instruction from supervisors or other persons of authority. 

 Term of Employment:           Twelve Month Employee At will.

 Open until filled

 


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USD 409 Atchison Public Schools has approximately 1700 students. Our district is made up of four schools, all in the same town:

Elementary School grades PK-5

Middle School grades 6-8

High School grades 9-12

Central School grade 1-12 

Atchison is a unique rural family town, located on the Missouri River approximately 50 miles from Kansas City, Topeka, Lawrence and St. Joseph. We have the advantage of enjoying the quiet life but the big city attractions are just one hour away.

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Job Contact Address

626 Commercial Street
Atchison, KS 66002

Job Start Date

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Applications Due By

06/30/2023

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