Secretary

Frontier Schools • Kansas City, MO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides administrative/clerical support for Central Office in the areas of answering phones, correspondence, public relations, information dissemination, and in support of the Communications & Outreach Department. This is a full-time, 11-month position classified as Non-Exempt.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Bilingual Spanish – reading and writing
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a secretary is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to organize and assist the Communications & Outreach Department with district-wide and campus events.
• Ability to use a computer, including software and databases used by the district, as well as a calculator, copy machine, and telephone.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Ability to use effective interview techniques, public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality regarding staff and school-related issues.
• Communicates with other building administrators and staff per the Communications & Outreach Director's directive.
• Coordinates office operations.
• Resolves most questions and problems and refers the most complex issues to higher levels.
• Translates school-related documents as needed.
• Provides assistance to Central Office staff.
• Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a busy, productive, and smoothly run office.
• Uses effective, positive interpersonal communication skills.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible for health insurance and retirement benefits
• Associate Degree or 60+ College Credit Hours: +$1/hour
• Bachelor’s Degree: +$2/hour
• Master’s Degree: +$3/hour
• +$0.50/hour for each year of full-time work experience at a K–12 school other than Frontier Schools (up to 3 years maximum)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED