School Secretary - Martin Elementary

Weakley County School District•Martin, TN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Martin Elementary School is seeking qualified applicants for the role of School Secretary. School secretaries are essential to the success of Weakley County Schools. They are the face and voice of the school and often the person who sets the tone for visitors and families who want to feel welcome on campus. Throughout the day, the school secretary ensures the smooth operation of the school day through coordination and communication with various personnel within and outside the district.

Requirements

High school diploma
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Attention to detail
Team mentality
Positive attitude, polite and professional in all interactions
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues

Nice To Haves

Experience in the area assigned preferred

Responsibilities

Answer phones and greet visitors; acts as receptionist for the school
Operate general bookkeeping for the school; maintain accurate books and follow accounting policies per local, state, and federal regulations
Maintain calendars, appointments, and schedules
Processes bus requests and other student/parent office business
Prepare communications such as emails, purchase orders, invoices, reports, and other correspondence
Monitors staff attendance and leave system
Create and maintain filing systems, both electronic and paper-based
Type, copy, scan with efficiency using office technology
Maintain spreadsheets and other records
Manage accounts, timesheets, and payroll
Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain consistent, predictable attendance and punctuality, including participation in required meetings, trainings, and professional development
Perform all duties with integrity, professionalism, accountability and in compliance with all school, district, state, and federal laws/policies.
Interact professionally and effectively with students, parents/guardians, coworkers, administrators, and members of the public.
Maintain appropriate confidentiality of student, personnel, and district information.
Follow all safety procedures and report hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
Use district equipment, technology, and resources appropriately and in support of assigned duties.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.