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Wayne County Schools Employment Network

Wayne County Schools Employment Network is hiring: Administrative Assistant in D

Wayne County Schools Employment Network, Detroit, MI, United States


Position Type:
Clerical/Secretary

Date Posted:
8/9/2023

Location:
Oakland International Academy- Middle School

District:
Oakland International Academy Oakland International Academy Middle School is looking for an excellent Administrative Assistant!

Job description


Position: Administrative Assistant

Employed By: EMAN

Reports to: School Principal

Schedule: Calendar Year: 12 Months

Job Summary:

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for the overall office environment and climate. He/she will ensure that the student application process is implemented. Office personnel are responsible for implementing the visitation policy and assuring an appropriate office environment that is conducive to a school system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities an Administrative Assistant

• Answer telephone and addresses caller questions and concerns.

• Transfers calls to proper individual and/or department as needed.

• Mails student report cards, school brochures, and other necessary forms.

• Welcomes visitors to the school and provides directions around the building as needed.

• Types up and contributes to school bulletin or newsletter.

• Assists in designing and drawing up promotional and informational materials for parents.

• Provides students with tardy slips.

• Maintains records of student absences.

• Accepts and processes school lunch payments.

• Sorts and distributes mail delivered to school office.

• Contacts parents in the event of student illness or behavioral issues.

• Maintains student records and files.

• Uses computer database or filing system to update records as necessary.

• Leads and/or assists with the submission of state-mandated student account reports such as MCIRS, MSDS, etc...).

• Ensures that all staff are properly added to Timeclock and are able to clock in and out without assistance within 2 days of beginning date of employment.

• Manages and updates school calendar.

• Provides administrative support to principal or other upper level administrator as needed.

• Takes dictation and transcribes documents.

• Attends office meetings and takes minutes.

• Distributes paychecks to school staff.

• Performs related duties as required and requested by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.

• Maintains professional and friendly demeanor.

• Possesses excellent organizational skills.

• Is capable of managing time efficiently.

• Demonstrate ability to multi-task effectively.

• Works well with a variety of students, administrators, and parents.

• Exhibits ability to remain polite and calm when dealing with troublesome students or frustrated parents.

• Possesses basic computer skills and knowledge of word processing programs.

• Demonstrates ability to think creatively.

• Demonstrates strong writing and editing abilities.

• Possesses excellent telephone etiquette.

• Communicates clearly and effectively.

• Is capable of handling confidential student records in a responsible fashion.

• Demonstrates familiarity with basic office equipment such as multi-line phones, fax machines, and scanners.

Qualifications

• Must work will with the public

• Must have experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

• Satisfactory completion of oral and written interview

• Criminal records clearance

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: Up to $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Experience:
  • Customer service/AA: 1 year (Required)
Language:
  • Arabic (Required)

Work Location: In person