Secretary - School Support (205)

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

At Bergen Elementary, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and shape futures. Our mission is simple yet profound: to educate and empower every student for success. With a dedicated team of educators and a shared vision for students to flourish, we are committed to providing a nurturing and enriching environment where every child can thrive.

Bergen Elementary is the perfect educational destination for families seeking a school that is dedicated to a strong sense of community and belonging where all are welcome. Our beautiful newly-expanded school, located in the foothills west of Denver, serves Preschool through 5th grade students. We have a strong commitment by every staff member to support student learning through authentic learning, differentiated instruction and involving parents as partners. We utilize data to drive our instruction and meet the needs of each learner.

Our approach to education is rooted in authenticity, differentiation, and collaboration. Through data-driven instruction and personalized learning experiences, we ensure that each student's unique needs are met and their individual strengths are celebrated.

Above all, Bergen Elementary is a place where all are welcome, and all are valued. We are proud to foster a strong sense of community and belonging, where every voice is heard, and every contribution is celebrated.

Desired Start Date: 07/21/2025

Sec - School 205
Annual Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .20 , Hours/Day: 1.60 , Days/Year: 205
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: CSE - Site Based Scty -205 day , R73, 1
Pay Range: $23.43 - $28.86 Effective as of: 08-16-2024

Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $54.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

SUMMARY: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Provide additional support to main office with duties as needed, including serving as a backup to principal and school secretary.

Ability to prioritize multiple and competing requests and tasks.

Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma/GED required.

EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years secretarial experience. Experience in department/unit functions preferred.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Requires oral and written communications, interpersonal, organizational, public relations, phone etiquette, and advanced computer and software skills (Microsoft Office - Windows, Word, Excel as well as web-based tools - MAP, CMAS, Lexia, Moby Max etc.), Internet, e-mail and general office equipment at time of hire. Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. May be required to take the District Skills Assessment Test as part of the application process.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: First Aid & CPR Certificate highly recommended.

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY: May serve as a lead on defined projects and/or be partially accountable for training, providing general instruction, and reviewing the work of others performing the same or directly related work. Act as a resource for departmental staff and for individuals directing inquiries to department.

CONTACTS: Daily contact with teachers and administration, personnel within/outside department/building, students, parents, vendors/suppliers, general public, applicants, and/or District advisory committees to maintain relationships, resolve problems, and negotiate matters. May involve routine and/or confidential matters.

SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS: Medium exposure to self to repetitive motion injuries due to keyboarding. Low exposure to self to cuts and bruises due to typical office accidents.

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING: Work is assigned by self, supervisor, and departmental staff. Requires judgment, decision making, and analytical skills to determine manner and operational steps necessary to properly handle inquiries and perform daily tasks within professional standards. Decision making is guided by Board, District, department, and/or school policies and procedures. Decision making may require collaboration with supervisor, administrators, certificated or classified staff, parents, and/or students. Errors in decision making could lead to the communication of inaccurate data, resulting in loss of confidence in the department or unit. Supervisor is occasionally involved in decision making.

DIVERSITY OF DUTIES: Duties require cross training in department policies, procedures, and organization; may also require budget and/or accounting cross-training. Duties and actions impact individuals within the department and/or building.

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The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.