Office Assistant, Ess 2026-2027 School Year (3337)

Phoenix Union High School District 210•Phoenix, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Office Assistant, ESS provides clerical support and assistance for ESS programs; provides information to staff and the public, operates equipment, maintains inventory and supplies. Maintains highest level of discretion and confidentiality with all matters concerning special education students.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND six months of general clerical experience.
Ability to type with accuracy at a rate required to perform functions effectively.
Ability to operate office equipment, including computers and computer software.
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing with students, parents and staff.
Ability to create and maintain accurate records and compile reports.
Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Skill in researching and compiling data for reports, presentations, and technical documents.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of clerical duties related to the function/program to which assigned.
Operates general office equipment (e.g., computer, copier).
Provides information regarding programs and procedures to students, parents and public according to prescribed procedures.
Maintains high level of discretion and confidentiality with all matters concerning ESS students.
Maintains accurate records and filing systems; updates files, student and other specialized records related to the function/program to which assigned.
Greets visitors in a professional and friendly manner, answers telephones and transfers calls as deemed appropriate; assists students, parents, teachers, staff and visitors.
Responds to emails, processes data entry, types letters, memorandums, reports and other documents.
Completes and submits district forms.
Prepares and handles department mailings as needed.
Reviews and edits materials for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to District policies and procedures.
Maintains and purchases inventory and supplies.
Prepares and handles requisitions, processes receipt of products and supplies, verifies budget codes for purchasing, accounts payable and payroll as needed.
Schedules and coordinates calendars, meetings and events.
Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.