Office Secretary at Iowa City Community School District

ELEMENTARY OFFICE SECRETARY

QUALIFICATIONS:

• General knowledge of and experience using computers, including word processing ability
• Previous secretarial/receptionist experience preferred
• Possess a strong knowledge of English, grammar, math and spelling
• Ability to relate to and work with diverse population of students and adults
• Ability to prioritize tasks and complete them expeditiously and accurately
• Evidence of good organizational skills
• Excellent customer service
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

• Building Principal

JOB GOAL(S):

Under the supervision of the building principal, perform secretarial and general office work required on a daily basis in order to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system, and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively communicate school attendance policies to students, parents, and staff
• Process student absences
• Record class absences reported by teachers and update attendance records daily
• Print and distribute daily master absence lists and other attendance records requested by the administrator
• Contact parents regarding unexcused student absences
• Operate all office machines and assist all staff in the use of machines
• Maintain confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  

187 contract days 

Salary and calendar year to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy of the Iowa City Community School District.   

EVALUATION: 

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the District’s policy on Evaluation, State Statute, and any applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.