Substitute Secretary

Warren Woods Public Schools • Warren, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs confidential secretarial and clerical responsibilities necessary for an efficient and effective office, that assists the Administrator or designee and District staff in the performance of responsibilities so that a safe environment and effective clerical duties are provided.

Requirements

• Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrate excellent secretarial skills, including at least 50 words per minute at the keyboard with a minimum number of errors, general bookkeeping skills, organizational and filing skills, and the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.
• Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or an equivalent computer program.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette, with proper voice inflection.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community, including difficult and emotional situations.
• Requires a strong comfort level around people of all different types of backgrounds and of young people of all ages.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, parents and students.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly & concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Responsibilities

• Greets, screens, assists and directs callers and visitors; responds to inquiries; provides information; takes and relays messages, etc.
• Must be able to consistently greet people warmly both in person and on the phone.
• Performs data entry functions
• Administers appropriate first aid and medication when needed.
• Operates standard office equipment.
• Performs other related functions as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

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