Substitute School Secretary

Do you enjoy the rush of a fast-paced front office environment where you can showcase your organizational and desktop publishing skills but not looking for a full-time commitment? The Duquesne City School District is looking for a substitute school secretary to supplement our K - 8 public school clerical needs.

General Job Description Summary

Under the direction of the Building Principal or designee, the K – 8 Office Secretary will utilize interpersonal relationship skills to serve as the “face” of the school by greeting students, parents, community members and vendors and provide them with information in a friendly and welcoming manner. The K - 8 Office Secretary will be responsible for duties such as, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, answering phones, and providing administrative support to teachers and school officials. This position requires working collectively with all District community members and staff in a fast-past, dynamic educational environment.

Job Requirements Summary

· Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associates degree or higher preferred.

· Experience in customer service, clerical and / or secretarial services required. A minimum of two (2) year secretarial experience or equivalent preferred.

· Current Act 33 / 34, Act 114, Act 151 clearances

· Experienced and skilled with appropriate technologies (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, e-mail, internet as a reference / research tool, desktop publishing, creation of various forms, telephone / voicemail system, etc.)

Physical Demands

This position requires frequent standing and / or sitting, and the ability to maneuver around a multi-level facility. Employee will be required to operate various computer / technical systems for data entry and to demonstrate technological aspects of this position as described above. This position requires moderate physical effort and is subject to Occupational Health and Safety risks. Other physical demands of this position include:

· Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 30 pounds.

· Kneeling, crouching, bending, and reaching to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies.

· Manual hand / finger dexterity.

· Speak clearly and distinctly when communicating.

· Hear clearly.

· Adequate vision to perform duties.

Work Environment

Employees of the Duquesne City School District engage in the important and fulfilling enterprise of educating students in the city of Duquesne. Employees must believe in, value and be committed to the educability of all; must promote the school district vision of high standards of learning and academic rigor, continuous school improvement, and the inclusion of all members of the school community; must be willing to work in high stress environment while maintaining the energy necessary to meet the responsibilities and expectations of the position. A sample of specific elements associated with the work environment of this position includes:

· Moderate to frequent traversing through a multi-level facility.

· Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.

· Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions.

· Frequently required to work at a fast pace.

· Comfort with ambiguity.

· Requires considerable concentration and creativity.

· Able to adjust daily work plans and work hours to be highly responsive to school needs.

· Subject to stress caused by a changing environment, diversity in the organization, tight deadlines and work load, but must be able to maintain work / life balance amidst intense work demands.

ADA

The Duquesne City School District will make reasonable accommodation in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Additional Information

In accordance with Federal civil rights law, regulations and policies, the Duquesne City School District (DCSD) is prohibited from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, marital status, family / parental status, income derived from public assistance program(s), political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in its programs, activities, career and technical education programs or employment and provides equal access to all designated youth groups. It is the policy of the Duquesne City School District to make all services, programs and activities available and to provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. Please make requests for accommodations at least 72 hours before the scheduled event. For more information regarding accommodations and civil rights grievance procedures, please contact: DCSD Administration and Business Office, 300 Kennedy Avenue, Duquesne, PA 15110 or 412-466-5300, ext. 7006.

Visit the Career section of the Duquesne City School District website at https://www.dukecitysd.org/about-us/careers for more information and alternative ways to apply.

EOE

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $11.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11