Middle School Data Clerk

Howard County Public School System • Columbia, MD

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About The Position

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students! This is the work of a confidential nature. This individual works under the general supervision of the Principal or designee and will assist with local and state mandated student accountability and assessment. This individual is responsible for all matters related to student grade reporting.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (must scan and upload to the online application). Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization.
• Three years of general office experience of a clerical nature OR with an Associate's degree or equivalent may be substituted for the required work experience.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to give attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data, determine inconsistencies, and resolve data discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of office management techniques, business English, initiating and transmitting correspondence.
• Knowledge of record keeping policies and procedures, business arithmetic and calculation of percentages.
• Ability to make basic math computations quickly and accurately.
• Strong human relations skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with school administrators, central office personnel, faculty, staff, parents, students, and the community.
• Ability to type from a rough draft at a moderate rate of speed.
• Knowledge of the use, operation and care of computers and other office equipment.
• Ability to coordinate daily activities or schedules.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a variety of situations and remain calm under trying circumstances.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain various organizational systems needed at the school.
• Ability to maintain efficient office procedures and a system for keeping track of requested actions and reports.
• Ability to be able to meet timelines and perform multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the coordination of the local and state student accountability program.
• Performs computer-based tasks including but not limited to maintaining and controlling student scheduling, grade reporting and local and state assessments.
• Performs general clerical duties.
• Answers telephone communications and record messages.
• Communicates in a positive and effective manner with staff, students, parents, and/or visitors.

Benefits

• Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR).
• The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.
• HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

What This Job Offers

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