Assistant Office Professional

Olympia School District • Olympia, WA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the OEAPA Range 18 Office Professional - Secretary is to provide full clerical assistance in a specialized area to an Olympia School District site or program. This position may provide oversight and direction to a lower range OEAPA member. This continuing 6.6 hpd position works Monday – Friday 8:15 am – 3:20 pm, 198 days per year (including 10 paid holidays). The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Requirements

• Prior comparable job related experiences – 2 years related experience preferred
• High degree of comfort with educational technology programs and systems
• Ability to use English in both written and verbal form, using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Must be able to work independently, understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Significant physical abilities include reaching, bending, speaking, listening, reading
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• License, certification, bonding, and/or testing required: Criminal justice fingerprint clearance
• Must exercise confidentiality, concentration and be able to plan and conduct own work
• Demonstrates strong and consistent communication skills
• Ability to multi-task successfully in a fast paced work environment
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions
• Punctuality, professionalism and regular attendance necessary

Nice To Haves

• This position may provide oversight and direction to a lower range OEAPA member.

Responsibilities

• Complete intermediate level office tasks such as directing work, compiling data, creating reports, etc.
• Ability to perform complex routine tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to complete work independently
• Ability to resolve emergent issues and adapt to changes in work priorities
• Attend meetings and training sessions as assigned
• Assist other office personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work
• Interact with the public and other employees on a continual basis
• Follow established routines and meet deadlines within clearly defined area
• Ability to coordinate work with others
• Ability to make sound independent decisions within scope of assignment
• Demonstrate full working and technical knowledge, skills and ability in a school setting
• Other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits
• enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees)
• DRS Deferred Compensation Program
• vacation leave
• paid holidays
• additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED