Secretary to the Superintendent of Schools/Clerk to the Board of Trustees (Confidential)

Under direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, perform highly complex, technical, confidential and sensitive administrative functions that 1) Make the superintendent more productive and successful, 2) Enhance MPESD's positive relationships with stakeholders, and 3) Reinforce its reputation as an important educational resource in the community. Organize and coordinate the activities of the Superintendent’s office, serve as an administrative assistant, and serve as the secretary to the Board of Education. Positions in this classification are characterized by the high level of independent judgment exercised as well as the need for initiative and flexibility in the performance of assignments. Understanding District procedures and policies is required as is the ability to communicate professionally and efficiently with all stakeholders. Welcome to the Mount Pleasant School District! We are a Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade district with three Elementary Schools, one Middle School, and one Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade Dependent Charter School. Nestled in the East Foothills of San Jose, we prepare approximately 1,500 students for high school, college, and careers. The multitude of cultures, ethnic groups, and languages makes Mount Pleasant School District a rich atmosphere in which to learn, grow, and work. Parents and children take pride in their community and work together with the schools at all levels. The parents and staff hold high expectations for all students' academic and social development. Parents not only volunteer their services to the schools but are an integral part of planning and implementing new programs in our district. We seek talented individuals who support our vision: "Every student in the Mount Pleasant School District is empowered to succeed in a diverse and changing society."