Temporary Administrative Assistant

Town of Andover • Andover, MA

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent and Fine Arts Coordinator, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative, secretarial, and public relations support to the principal. The role fields inquiries, resolves routine procedural issues, handles correspondence and bookkeeping responsibilities, maintains student records according to state standards, and contributes to the social well-being of the school community.

Requirements

• Knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, forms, and equipment.
• Dexterity and accuracy in operating computers, calculators, and, in some cases, Riso duplicating machines and memory typewriters.
• Ability to organize time and work independently on multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to prepare routine to complex correspondence and reports using several computer office applications, including MS Word, Excel, Quicken, and Nordex.
• Ability to communicate effectively and pleasantly with a wide variety of individuals, including parents, students, teachers, and outside vendors.
• Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality regarding student issues and other sensitive personal matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, secretarial, and public relations support to the principal.
• Field inquiries and resolve routine procedural issues.
• Handle correspondence and bookkeeping responsibilities.
• Maintain student records according to state standards.
• Contribute to the social well-being of the school community.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed