Administrative Assistant to the Director of Special Education

Work Calendar: 242

FTE: 1.0 (40.0 Hours per Week)

Contract Status: Contract

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Reports To: Director - Special Education (SPED)

Starting Wage: $48,783 annually

Salary Schedule/Lane: 48/C/01

Benefits: Eligible

Anticipated Start Date: 04/07/2025

Priority Screen Date:  03/31/2025

The Special Education (SPED) department assists schools in ensuring that identified students with disabilities receive special education and related services in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Education Act (IDEA). A full range of Special Education programs and related services are available from preschool to post-high school transition.

JOB SUMMARY

The Administrative Assistant provides a wide variety of complex and confidential administrative and secretarial support to assigned supervisor; provides coordination and oversight to department functions and procedures; ensures efficient implementation of assigned functions.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.  Additional minimum required qualifications for this position are:

1. High school or equivalent
2. Three (3) years of experience as a Secretary or Administrative Assistant
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experienced using data-based software
4. Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability
5. Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communications
6. Ability to operate standard office equipment, phone, copy, and scanner machines, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

These are examples of skills and experience that the best-qualified candidates may have.  Not having one or all of them does not disqualify any candidate from consideration.

1. Intermediate-level Microsoft Office Suite skills
2. Experience in a K-12 education or public employment environment
3. Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Schedule a wide variety of activities (e.g., appointments, meetings, interviews, etc.) to make necessary arrangements for the assigned supervisor
2. Administer many departmental processes (e.g., budget, payroll, invoicing, payments, etc.) to organize assignments, monitor progress, and ensure completion within established guidelines
3. Enter and oversee purchase orders and all blanket purchase orders as needed for the department including change orders and end-of-year rollover process in compliance with administrative guidelines
4. Coordinate a wide variety of projects, functions, and program components (e.g., meetings, in-service events, travel and accommodations, maintenance of SLC School District vehicles, etc.) to complete departmental responsibilities and deliver services in a timely fashion
5. Prepare a wide variety of reports, documents, and correspondence of a confidential and non-confidential nature (e.g., letters, memorandums, meeting minutes, periodic and ad-hoc reports for department, district, and state, etc.)
6. Maintain a wide variety of manual and electronic documents, files, and records (e.g., budget data, employee records, financial records, etc.) to provide up-to-date information, completion of processes, and historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements
7. Monitor a wide variety of activities on behalf of the assigned supervisor (e.g. program components, meeting arrangements, account balances, work order status, employee issues, etc.) to achieve goals and meet target dates in compliance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements
8. Evaluate situations (e.g., involving staff, the public, etc.) and take appropriate action and direct to appropriate personnel for resolution
9. Represent assigned supervisor in their absence, as needed
10. Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders
11. Respond to a wide variety of inquiries from internal and external parties (e.g. staff, administrators, public agencies, etc.) to provide information, facilitate communication among parties, and provide direction
12. Compile and analyze data from a wide variety of sources (e.g., time sheets, calendars, expenditures/budget, etc.) to prepare reports, make recommendations, and prepare information for the assigned supervisor
13. Research a variety of topics (e.g., current practices, policies, education codes, State qualifications for employment, health inspections, etc.) to provide information and recommendations that address a variety of administrative requirements
14. Present information on administrative procedures (e.g., for a variety of departments, etc.) to ensure accurate and effective communication
15. Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars, as assigned to convey, and gather information required to perform functions
16. Provide backup assistance to department administrative assistants and secretaries when necessary
17. Perform clerical functions as assigned (e.g., making copies, basic equipment maintenance, scanning, answering telephones, maintaining forms, etc.)
18. Orient new site personnel regarding appropriate district practices to assimilate new personnel into site operations effectively
19. Maintain inventories and order supplies and equipment to ensure items availability
20. Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as required
21. Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectively
22. As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift up to 30 pounds
23. Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective function of the work unit

EMPLOYEE SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: No

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:  some lifting up to 30 pounds, rolling, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.  This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities.  To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services – Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801-578-8340.

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Non-Discrimination Statement

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578-8340 You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO, (303) 844-5695.

Salary : $48,783 - $61,220