Administrative Assistant - Communication Services, half-time, 9 month position

Park Hill School District • Kansas City, MO

422d • $42,370 - $70,117

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant - Communication Services position is a half-time, 9-month role focused on providing confidential administrative and secretarial support to the office of Communication Services. The role involves coordinating projects, maintaining records, and facilitating communication within the department to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery of services.

Requirements

• Proficient in operating standard office equipment and job-related software applications.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Planning and managing projects effectively.
• Basic math skills including calculations using fractions, percents, and ratios.
• Ability to read manuals and write documents following prescribed formats.
• Understanding of accounting/bookkeeping principles and business telephone etiquette.
• Knowledge of common office machines and office methods and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a school or educational environment.
• Familiarity with volunteer coordination and background check processes.

Responsibilities

• Assists in coordinating projects, functions, events and/or program components for timely completion.
• Compiles data from various sources to prepare reports for assigned administrator.
• Coordinates background check processes for district volunteers and maintains accurate records.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic documents and files for up-to-date information.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and trainings to provide or receive information and support attendees.
• Presents information on administrative procedures to orient new personnel and disseminate information.
• Procures supplies and materials to maintain availability of required items.
• Reconciles account balances for assigned budget categories to maintain accuracy.
• Responds to inquiries from internal and external parties to provide information and facilitate communication.
• Supports assigned administrative personnel with their functions and responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $20.37 to $33.71 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed