What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant to Superintendent position at Education Service Center, Region 2?
Primary Purpose
Work under minimum supervision to ensure the efficient operation of the superintendent's office and provide clerical services to the superintendent and board of trustees. Handle confidential information and engage in frequent contact with all levels of district employees, outside agencies, and the general public. Responsible for on-site leadership of clerical employees assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of school district organization, operations, and administrative policies
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to make independent decisions regarding planning, organizing, and scheduling
Excellent public relations, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing
Ability to multi-task numerous complex administrative activities
Experience
3 years or more advanced secretarial experience with extensive contact with people
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Records, Reports, and Correspondence
Monitor the work and issue work assignments to assigned clerical staff.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Clerical / Secretarial Accounting/Bookkeeping, Copy Machine, Data Entry, Filing, Receptionist, Transcription, Word Processing, Other
Work under minimum supervision to ensure the efficient operation of the superintendent's office and provide clerical services to the superintendent and board of trustees. Handle confidential information and engage in frequent contact with all levels of district employees, outside agencies, and the general public. Responsible for on-site leadership of clerical employees assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of school district organization, operations, and administrative policies
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to make independent decisions regarding planning, organizing, and scheduling
Excellent public relations, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing
Ability to multi-task numerous complex administrative activities
Experience
3 years or more advanced secretarial experience with extensive contact with people
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Records, Reports, and Correspondence
- Organize, prepare, and post official board agenda and records for board meetings and distribute to board members and others as required.
- Record minutes of executive staff and board meetings as required.
- Prepare all correspondence, memoranda, and reports for superintendent.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state laws and regulations, and local board policy
- Answer incoming calls and greet visitors. Respond to routine inquiries from the public, board members, and staff and refer appropriate inquiries or problems to superintendent or other administrators.
- Schedule appointments and maintain superintendent's calendar.
- Assign work to executive office clerical staff and oversee completion.
- Assist with travel arrangements for board members and administrators as needed, including making
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Monitor the work and issue work assignments to assigned clerical staff.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Clerical / Secretarial Accounting/Bookkeeping, Copy Machine, Data Entry, Filing, Receptionist, Transcription, Word Processing, Other
