Edyth J Hayes Middle School Administrative Assistant II 1.0 FTE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

JOB SUMMARY

Organize, coordinate, schedule and perform office functions at a middle school; serve as secretary to the Principal and coordinate communications between administrators, District and site personnel, parents, students and the general public; train and provide work direction to clerical personnel and others as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Organize, coordinate, schedule and perform a wide variety of clerical and other office functions and activities related to the administration of diverse programs and operations at a middle school; prioritize and schedule duties and assignments to assure efficiency and effectiveness and meet established time lines.
• Serve as secretary and provide administrative assistance to the Principal; make, schedule and arrange appointments, meetings and conferences; independently compose letters, memoranda and bulletins as directed; take and transcribe dictation as required.
• Organize budget and financial material to maintain accurate fiscal records; record expenditures and transfer funds as appropriate; assist in the preparation of annual budgets and other annual reports.
• Coordinate the Principal's office, acting as receptionist, and contact and reference source for staff, students, parents and the public; perform public relations and communications services for the Principal.
• Provide information over the phone or in personal contacts with parents, students or school personnel as appropriate; route calls to appropriate personnel as necessary; coordinate and maintain the school calendar of events.
• Train and provide work direction to clerical personnel, students and others as assigned. Type from rough drafts or verbal instructions a variety of materials such as master schedules, letters, memorandums, requisitions, lists, bulletins, reports and statistical data.
• Collect and account for money collected in conjunction with student body funds, last lost or damaged books and other school activities; account for and maintain the cash fund as assigned; prepare student body financial report.
• Process the certified and classified payroll including the completion and submission of time sheets to the supervisor and District Office; maintain accurate records with respect to personnel; assist substitute teachers and classified personnel by providing them with keys and materials; secure period substitutes and prepare substitute time sheets.
• Initiate office and general school supply purchase orders; receive, store and distribute supplies and office materials; maintain materials and equipment inventory; maintain department purchase orders.
• Perform a wide variety of problem-solving tasks in support of certified, classified and management personnel.
• Operate a variety of office machines such as typewriter, copiers, calculator and computer equipment.
• Utilize a mimeograph machine for forms, certificates, passes, slips and a variety of other items.
• Perform First Aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• KNOWLEDGE OF:
• School office terminology, practices and procedures.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques.
• Receptionist and telephone techniques and etiquette.
• Letter and report writing skills. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES (CONT.):
• Health and safety regulations.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Applicable sections of Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
• First Aid practices.
• ABILITY TO:
• Perform office, secretarial and clerical work to assist the Principal with a variety of administrative tasks.
• Learn, interpret, apply and explain school and District policies, rules and objectives.
• Understand and perform duties within scope of authority.
• Establish and implement revised office procedures as needed and according to established guidelines.
• Understand and interpret rules and written direction and apply to specific situations.
• Compose correspondence independently.
• Perform duties effectively with many demands on time and constant interruptions.
• Type at an acceptable rate of speed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Operate a variety of office machines including computer equipment.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Plan and organize work.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work independently with little direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
• Three years of varied and increasingly responsible clerical or secretarial experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• N/A

Special Requirements:
Must take all required clerical assessments and earn a passing score.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
• Requires the ability to

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.