What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Secretary position at Smithfield Public Schools?
Function : The School Secretary is responsible for all secretarial / clerical work required by the Principal Essential Duties and Responsibility : Answer the phone and door of the school building Monitor the security of the building when admitting outside guests Demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to shifting priorities Excellent organizational skills Ability to prioritize appropriately Ability to work independently and to maintain confidentiality Excellent verbal and written communication Strong communication skills. Interaction with the public Any duties as assigned by the building administrator Required Qualifications : High School Diploma or G.E.D. At least five (5) years of responsible secretarial experience or two (2) years of business school, plus three (3) years of successful secretarial experience. Thorough knowledge of grammar, spelling, and business correspondence. A high degree of patience and tact in dealing with the general public, parents, teachers, administrators, and others. The ability to make some independent judgment involves a degree of final responsibility. Demonstrates proficiency with computer technology and software applications. Must be knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and Google. Bilingual, preferred
