1 Purchasing Secretary (Job Grade 4) Job in Allentown, PA
Allentown School District is Hiring a Purchasing Secretary (Job Grade 4) Near Allentown, PA
Starting Salary: $31,992Qualifications
- Two to three years of related experience and/or training.
- Ability to complete assigned administrative tasks accurately while maintaining strict confidentiality of human resources information in written, oral, and electronic format.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to apply to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to access the Internet to collect and analyze research on documents, methods, and samples of procedures used in other districts or organizations.
- Proficiency in software programs used routinely in the department, particularly Microsoft Office spreadsheet and word processing applications.
- Consistent record of satisfactory work performance.
- Satisfactory criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
- Ability to perform essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to perform additional or alternatives to the above qualifications, as determined appropriate and acceptable by the board or superintendent.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Reads and routes incoming mail. Locates and attaches appropriate file to correspondence to be answered by supervisor.
- Assists in maintaining accurate records.
- Organizes and maintains file system, and files correspondence and other records for supervisor.
- Answers and screens supervisor’s telephone calls, and arranges conference calls.
- Coordinates supervisor’s schedule and makes appointments.
- Greets scheduled visitors and conducts them to appropriate areas or persons.
- Arranges and coordinates travel schedules and reservations.
- Performs secretarial duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
- Coordinates and arranges meetings, prepares agendas, reserves and prepares facilities, and records or transcribes minutes of meetings.
- Makes copies of correspondence or other printed materials.
- Prepares outgoing mail and correspondence, including e-mail and faxes.
- Orders and maintains supplies, and arranges for equipment maintenance. 13. Prepares agendas, minutes, and other documentation for meetings.
- Maintains supervisor’s budget.
- Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the supervisor.?
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Personal and Sick time
- PSERS Retirement Fund
- Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement.
Job Summary
Full Time
Business Services
$45k-57k (estimate)
01/12/2024
06/25/2024
allentownsd.org
BETHLEHEM, PA
1,000 - 3,000
1774
AZIZ ATTIEH
$200M - $500M
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About Allentown School District
The Allentown School District is part of 17 square miles that encompass the City of Allentown with a total population of 118,032 (US Census, 2010). The richness of Allentown's diversity is strengthened by the District's central role in educating for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the cultural, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages. 25 academic buildings throughout the City. To find out more about the City of Allentown, go to: www.allentownpa.gov. Allentown is part of the Lehigh Valley... area, for information about the area, go to: www.discoverlehighvalley.com. This district is led by Thomas E. Parker who was named Superintendent for Allentown School District in December 2016 and began his new role on July 1, 2017. Facts and Figures (as of Winter 2017) - Current Enrollment: 16,628 Grade-Level Enrollment: - Elementary Schools & Early Childhood Centers (15): 7,976 - Middle Schools (4): 3,520 - High Schools (3): 5,369 Families denoted as Low Income (as of 12/3/15): 89.1% Percentage of students receiving Free/Reduced Lunch: 100% Total Personnel: 2,292 - ASD is the third largest urban school system out of 500 Districts in the Commonwealth. - Serving a community with a poverty rate of 38.64% of the City's population. (2013 Census) - Seven different employee associations/unions including the Allentown Education Association, an affiliate of the National Education Association and the Pennsylvania State Education Association. - The Allentown School District Foundation, established in 2009 as a 501(c) 3 tax exempt independent public charity, is expanding enrichment opportunities for ASD students.
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