Welcome Center Specialist - Classification B na Edina Public Schools

The wage for this position ranges from $25.09 to $32.52 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Most candidates will start at the entry-level rate of $25.09 per hour. However, experienced candidates with prior work experience in a related field may be eligible for a starting rate of up to $29.62 per hour. These decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis, in consideration of the individual’s experience and the school district’s budget.

Edina Public Schools provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as flexible spending plans. All employees participate in the state’s largest pension program, the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). In addition, employees can participate in the 403(b) retirement program, with eligibility for a district match based on the terms and conditions outlined in the employee work agreement. Eligible employees also receive paid time off in accordance with the provisions outlined in the employee work agreement.

Additional information can be found on the school district’s website at: https://www.edinaschools.org/abouteps/departments/human-resources.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in related field.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Must have intermediate skills using Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work independently.
• Interest in working in a district environment.
• Knowledge of district and school policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting procedures.
• Detail-oriented with proven ability to be consistently accurate.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, employees, and visitors.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with employees.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Bilingual fluency in Somali/English or Spanish/English preferred.

• Provides clerical and project assistance to employees.
• Makes students, employees, and visitors welcome in the office.
• Assists students, employees, and visitors with inquiries, engages in general problem solving, and refers questions to the appropriate person when needed.
• Answers telephones, reviews voice mail messages and correspondence, and responds appropriately.

• Completes general office duties as directed.
• Compiles data in preparation for creating reports and disseminates to supervisor.
• Creates, monitors, and maintains accurate records, databases, and other documents.
• Creates, proofreads, and reviews reports, correspondence, contracts, records, and other documents.
• Provides accurate data with confidentiality from maintained documents.

• Processes incoming and outgoing mail and other correspondence.
• Completes bulk mailings when needed.
• Contacts offices, departments and agencies to coordinate and exchange information.
• Maintains a proper inventory of office supplies and equipment.
• Assists with departmental activities and their preparation.
• Manages, monitors, and updates district-based websites, as directed.
• Assists in the management of departmental budgets.
• Other duties as assigned.