Department Assistant I to the Deans Office (10 month)

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 • Lake Forest, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Forest High School District 115 is seeking a 10-month, 7.5 hr/day Department Assistant I to the Dean's Office. The department assistant is the first person people see when entering the West Commons. The assistant is welcoming, friendly, and willing to help all stakeholders while processing attendance and allowing entry into the building.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous office experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive problem solving attitude
• Comfortable and pleasant demeanor in busy environments
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work with speed, attention to detail, consistency, and organization
• Ability to work harmoniously, cooperatively, and effectively with all stakeholders to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adhere to Board of Education policies and procedures

Nice To Haves

• Experience with office and school-based management systems

Responsibilities

• Acts as the first point of contact with parents for the parent portal PowerSchool reporting
• Enters full day attendance data into the student data system
• Enters partial day attendance data into the student data system
• Assists deans in managing the daily procedural tasks: run skip list, send undetermined absence notices, send progress cards
• Coordinates and enters absences from Health Services
• Creates student passes
• Manages student sign in/out register at the West Commons' Attendance Office
• Manages senior send off campus permissions (Senior Privilege)
• Sends out end of the day report for unreported all day absences (3 or more classes)
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor
• Adheres to Board of Education policies and procedures
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Benefits

• Personal and Sick Day Leave provided
• Reimbursement - up to $1300 annually for tuition reimbursement
• Insurance - 100% district paid Single HMO Health (other options also available)
• Retirement - IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) - the district pays the full district premium, employees pay the 4.5% employee contribution

What This Job Offers

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