Administrative Assistant

Siloam Springs School District•Siloam Springs, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant position at Southside Elementary is a 200-day contract role reporting to the Principal. This position involves a variety of administrative tasks to support the school's operations, including communication with staff, parents, and students, data management, and general office duties. The role requires strong organizational and computer skills, with a preference for bilingual Spanish/English proficiency and experience with specific school software.

Requirements

High school diploma
Experience working in a professional office setting
Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Google (Docs, Slides, Sheets).
Able to operate personal computers, laptop computer, peripheral computer equipment, photocopier, fax machine, and other office equipment with a high degree of skill.
Highly motivated with strong organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.
Self-starter; able to work independently; organized.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong telephone and interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge, understanding of and patience interacting with students, parents and community members.
Ability to work as a contributing and flexible team member.
Effectively communicate with building administrators, and other office staff.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
Experience with eSchool, eFinance, and YellowFolder is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Answer phone, receive messages, and respond to inquiries from staff, parents, or patrons of the district.
Maintain electronic files.
Input and generate data/information for recordkeeping in multiple software systems.
Type and prepare reports, compile data, and distribute information to parties both inside and outside of the district.
Type and/or prepare correspondences and communications for families, staff, and students.
Maintain confidentiality.
Attend meetings and training as directed.
Present and communicate in a professional manner.
Work additional hours or overtime as directed.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.