2026)

Lenoir County Public Schools•Kinston, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Counseling Secretary provides essential secretarial support to the School Counseling Department at Kinston High School. This role is crucial for maintaining student records, acting as a registrar, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department. The secretary supports counselors and the principal, handling a variety of administrative tasks and student-related services.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
General office experience required.
General knowledge of computer usage.
Ability to use standard school software, e-mail, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
Ability to type accurately and proficiently.
Ability to walk, sit, and/or stand.
Ability to lift, carry, push and pull.
Maintain an acceptable attendance record and be punctual.
Work under limited supervision.
Maintain confidentiality.
Set priorities.
Work as a team.
Communicate with diverse groups.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist counselors with administrative tasks such as answering phones and scheduling students.
Serve as a registrar and maintain student records for the high school.
Assist parents and students with enrollment and withdrawal processes.
Input data for new students, including immunization records.
Perform general office duties including answering phones, greeting the public, typing, filing, and managing mail.
Handle record requests from other schools.
Provide administrative support to counselors, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and drafting correspondence.
Maintain and secure confidential records and inquiries, ensuring they are current and organized.
Monitor scholarship applications and assist students with deadlines.
Maintain a log of scholarships awarded to seniors.
Assist students with preparations for SAT and ACT exams.
Coordinate college visits and recruiters to the high school.
Secure substitutes for teachers using automated systems.
Assist with evening activities organized by the counseling department.
Maintain and update the counseling bulletin board with resources.
Print and maintain a log of transcripts for former students.
Prepare files for scanning.
Generate work for absent teachers.
Back up the Power School/Infinite Campus Data Manager.
Manage keys, maintaining a log of issued and returned keys.
Distribute medication to students.
Collect homework for absent or suspended students.