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Administrative Assistant

Wayne County Schools Employment Network
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2025

Position Type : Clerical / Secretary

Date Posted : 8 / 9 / 2023

Location :

Oakland International Academy- Middle School

District :

Oakland International Academy Oakland International Academy Middle School is looking for an excellent Administrative Assistant!

Job description

Position : Administrative Assistant

Employed By : EMAN

Reports to : School Principal

Schedule : Calendar Year : 12 Months

Job Summary :

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for the overall office environment and climate. He / she will ensure that the student application process is implemented. Office personnel are responsible for implementing the visitation policy and assuring an appropriate office environment that is conducive to a school system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities an Administrative Assistant

  • Answer telephone and addresses caller questions and concerns.
  • Transfers calls to proper individual and / or department as needed.
  • Mails student report cards, school brochures, and other necessary forms.
  • Welcomes visitors to the school and provides directions around the building as needed.
  • Types up and contributes to school bulletin or newsletter.
  • Assists in designing and drawing up promotional and informational materials for parents.
  • Provides students with tardy slips.
  • Maintains records of student absences.
  • Accepts and processes school lunch payments.
  • Sorts and distributes mail delivered to school office.
  • Contacts parents in the event of student illness or behavioral issues.
  • Maintains student records and files.
  • Uses computer database or filing system to update records as necessary.
  • Leads and / or assists with the submission of state-mandated student account reports such as MCIRS, MSDS, etc...).
  • Ensures that all staff are properly added to Timeclock and are able to clock in and out without assistance within 2 days of beginning date of employment.
  • Manages and updates school calendar.
  • Provides administrative support to principal or other upper level administrator as needed.
  • Takes dictation and transcribes documents.
  • Attends office meetings and takes minutes.
  • Distributes paychecks to school staff.
  • Performs related duties as required and requested by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
  • Maintains professional and friendly demeanor.
  • Possesses excellent organizational skills.
  • Is capable of managing time efficiently.
  • Demonstrate ability to multi-task effectively.
  • Works well with a variety of students, administrators, and parents.
  • Exhibits ability to remain polite and calm when dealing with troublesome students or frustrated parents.
  • Possesses basic computer skills and knowledge of word processing programs.
  • Demonstrates ability to think creatively.
  • Demonstrates strong writing and editing abilities.
  • Possesses excellent telephone etiquette.
  • Communicates clearly and effectively.
  • Is capable of handling confidential student records in a responsible fashion.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with basic office equipment such as multi-line phones, fax machines, and scanners.
  • Qualifications

  • Must work will with the public
  • Must have experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Satisfactory completion of oral and written interview
  • Criminal records clearance
  • Job Types : Full-time, Contract

    Salary : Up to $30,000.00 per year

    Benefits :
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Schedule :

  • Monday to Friday
  • Experience :

  • Customer service / AA : 1 year (Required)
  • Language :

  • Arabic (Required)
  • Work Location : In person

    Salary : $30,000

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