Temporary School Clerk

Chicago Public Schools•Chicago, IL

44d

About The Position

Under the general direction of the school principal, performs any of several specialized clerical functions in a large public school facility, or performs a variety of responsible clerical functions in a small public school facility; and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent) supplemented by one year of clerical work experience, and the ability to type 45 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
General knowledge of modern clerical office methods, practices, and procedures
Knowledge of common office machines and equipment.
Ability to apply general clerical office methods, practices, and procedures
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to type proficiently
Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with school personnel, students, parents and guardians, and the general public
Good oral and written communication skills
Good skill in basic mathematics
Good interpersonal skills
Good recordkeeping skills
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate personal computers utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and database software is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepares and types a variety of original correspondence, memorandums, and reports using either a personal computer or typewriter, as directed by the school principal and/or the principal's designee
Opens, sorts, and distributes incoming mail and school correspondence
Serves as a receptionist and greets and directs visitors to appropriate staff
Schedules appointments for school administrators
Receives and places telephone calls for school personnel
Responds to inquiries from students, parents and guardians and the general public concerning school operations and activities
Maintains attendance records of students and staff
Processes and prepares payrolls for school personnel, both manually and by operating computerized timekeeping and payroll equipment
Maintains enrollment records and processes student transfers
Maintains student history records
Prepares and processes requisitions for the procurement of supplies, instructional materials, furniture, and equipment
Maintains and monitors the school's petty cash and internal account ledgers
Issues checks and prepares money for deposits
Receives and compiles periodic reports involving payrolls, pupil attendance and enrollment, various funds and account ledgers
Compiles and forwards student transcripts to appropriate parties
May take and transcribe dictation
May operate personal computers utilizing spreadsheet, database, or other software applications

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents.
You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
Basic Life Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Vacation Days
Parental Leaves
Short-Term Disability
Religious Holidays
Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.