Remote Attendance/Clerical Assistant

General Definition of Work Performs skilled administrative support work maintaining school security, providing administrative support to school staff, receiving and processing incoming calls and visitors, preparing and maintaining manual and computerized files and records, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal and Department Director. Qualification Requirements Associates/Technical degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment and office assistance techniques. General knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic. General knowledge of district and departmental programs and policies and terminology. General computer knowledge required; preferred experience with Microsoft Office 2000 and educational applications. Ability to meet the public effectively. Ability to read and understand moderately detailed policies, procedures and job related materials. Ability to type and transcribe dictation accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed. Ability to make arithmetical calculations. Ability to express ideas clearly and accurately orally and in writing. Ability to operate standard office equipment and related hardware and software. Ability to learn specialized equipment and software based on district needs. Ability to follow oral and written directions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, parents and the general public. Salary Grade 58 Reports to Principal/Department Director Essential Functions To work with check ins/out of students. To place telephone calls to parents regarding students attendance and progress in school. Acts as receptionist; greets visitors; answers telephone; provides information; forwards calls to appropriate party. To Receive students for after school detention. Receives, prepares and maintains records and files. Receives and coordinates service and facility requests. Receives, processes and distributes incoming and outgoing mail and material; maintains mailing lists, files and indexes. Assists, students, parents and staff with the completion of standardized records or documents. Directs visitors to appropriate party. Monitors visitors and volunteers entering building or department offices. Collects and prepares data for records and reports.