District Administrative Secretary (DABK) - Student Services

Lower Merion School District•Ardmore, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Lower Merion School District is hiring a District Administrative Secretary in its busy Student Services Department. This position will support administrators in the Student Services Department which is comprised of Health Services, Gifted Support, Testing, Counseling, Special Education and other student-focused areas. The preferred candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with District Administrators, professionals, contractors, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will also have the following qualifications. Must be proficient in knowledge of Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook; Must successfully complete LMSD qualifying tests. Applicant must be able to work well in a team setting; Possess ability to set priorities and muti-task to complete projects on time. Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to use technology to perform job efficiently. Possess organizational competencies; strong accounting abilities, written and verbal communication skills; The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines. About Lower Merion School District: LMSD is committed to providing the finest public education available, anywhere. The District is committed to excellence and continuous improvement; the District strives to ensure that all students achieve their highest level of critical thinking and creativity, that they value themselves and the diversity of others, and that they are knowledgeable, contributing citizens capable of excelling in a rapidly changing world. This is accomplished by individuals engaging in innovative, active experiences tailored to myriad ways of learning and in partnership with our community. The entire District Administrative team strives to fulfill the District’s vision for its students, in accordance with the District’s strategic plan. LMSD values diversity in the workplace and has a firm commitment to equal opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process. We seek to recruit, develop and retain highly qualified and diverse individuals. The District maintains ongoing initiatives to address equity in the workplace and in the classroom and is dedicated to providing a safe workplace for all employees. Check out our website to learn more about the District's commitment to inclusivity and belonging. https://www.lmsd.org/about-lmsd/inclusivity . The District strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race; color; creed; religion; sex; age; national origin; ethnicity; marital status; sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity; honorably discharged veteran or military status; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. Please contact Kyra Gordon for accommodation requests at [email protected].

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED is required.
Act 34 and 151 clearances and FBI registration number required.

Nice To Haves

Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Job related experience in public school districts is an advantage.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with District Administrators, professionals, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Proficient in knowledge of Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook
Successfully complete LMSD qualifying tests.
Ability to work well in a team setting
Possess ability to set priorities and muti-task to complete projects on time.
Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to use technology to perform job efficiently.
Possess organizational competencies
Strong accounting abilities
Written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines.