Secretary/Administrative Assistant at Washington Elementary

North Platte•North Platte, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary School Secretary provides administrative and clerical support to the school principal and staff while serving as the primary point of contact for students, parents, and visitors. This role ensures efficient school operations, maintains accurate records, supports compliance requirements, and fosters a welcoming, professional school environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred).
2+ years of administrative or clerical experience (school setting preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and student information systems.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a K–12 educational environment.
Knowledge of school attendance and reporting requirements.
Bilingual skills
Customer service orientation
Attention to detail
Confidentiality and professionalism
Conflict resolution skills
Adaptability and problem-solving
Cultural sensitivity and inclusivity

Responsibilities

Front Office & Customer Service Serve as the first point of contact for parents, students, staff, and visitors.
Manage incoming phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries.
Maintain visitor sign-in procedures and school security protocols.
Support positive parent and community engagement.
Administrative Support Provide direct administrative support to the Principal and leadership team.
Prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and school communications.
Schedule appointments, meetings, and events.
Maintain calendars and coordinate logistics for school functions.
Student Records & Attendance Maintain accurate student attendance records.
Process enrollment, withdrawals, and transfers.
Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal student record regulations (e.g., FERPA).
Generate attendance and enrollment reports as required.
Data & Compliance Management Input and manage data in student information systems.
Maintain confidential student and personnel records.
Assist with state reporting and compliance documentation.
Financial & Operational Support Process purchase orders, invoices, and expense documentation.
Manage school supply inventory and ordering.
Assist with budgeting and tracking expenditures (as assigned).
Communication & Coordination Distribute school newsletters and announcements.
Coordinate substitute coverage as needed.
Support school events and testing coordination.