DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT #40

JOB DESCRIPTION

Classified

JOB TITLE: Clerical Assistant - MECP Early Childhood Special Education

1 position available

Internal Candidates: Position closes at 4:00pm, Thursday, May 16, 2024

External Candidates: Open until filled

Position Start Date: June 11, 2024

Must have reliable transportation

Schedule: 8 hours per day / 12 months / 192 days per year

Class: 6, starts at $17.16 per hour (2023-24 school year); starts at $18.18 per hour (2024-25 school year)

Location: To be determined

POSITION PURPOSE

To perform a variety of routine and basic clerical duties in support of the school functions.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Provide support to the administration, teachers and secretary by preparing materials as requested; duplicate a variety of instructional materials, reports, letters, circulars and related documents
• Receive, sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail; ensure timely distribution of correspondence
• Maintain a variety of files and records
• Receive visitors and answer telephone calls
• Respond to routine questions from the general public according to established guidelines
• Basic data entry
• Open and close site
• Enter data into SchoolDude
• Submit orders to printshop
• Maintain the MECP Professional Development Calendar
• Schedule evaluations, interviews, and meetings as needed
• Identify and secure meeting spaces as needed
• Create, maintain, and monitor documents (replace and maintain a variety of files and records)
• Perform other duties, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age or older
• Skill in computer operation and use of computer programs; use of telephone, fax, calculator, copier and other office equipment
• Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively and appropriately, both verbally and in writing, with students, parents, and staff
• Ability to project a pleasant manner and relate well with students and their requests for assistance
• Ability to remain flexible and work with frequent interruptions
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and to maintain the confidentiality of information related to students and staff
• Possession of a valid first aid card is desirable
• Must have reliable transportation

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate degree of physical stamina, with occasional lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds. Ability to move freely around the office, make frequent trips from a desk to the counter, files and other locations within the building. Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and bending. Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting. Near visual acuity to review written documentation; ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels and on the telephone; manual dexterity to operate a telephone, keyboard and other office equipment; lift horizontally and vertically, bend and stoop.

The David Douglas School District welcomes applications from candidates that expand the District’s diversity.

Multi-Cultural preferred. Bi-Lingual candidate preferred.

Classified Instructions:

If you are a Classified Permanent, Temporary or Substitute employee you will click on the word “Internal”, which is located on the top right of the screen. You will be taken to a section where you will fill out minimal basic personal information. The minimal basic personal section is a one- time only registration. You will then be taken to the Classified Transfer Request Form. In the future, if your personal information (name, address, phone number, or location) changes, it is your responsibility to update those changes in the system.

Apply at: https://daviddouglas.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

External Applicant Instructions:

If you are an External Applicant applying for a Temporary or Permanent position, you will complete the EXTERNAL TalentEd application. Please see link above.

This position closes at 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 16, 2024

David Douglas School District Drug Testing and Criminal Background Check

Per district policy all offers of employment shall be contingent upon the successful passing of a district required drug test and criminal background check. David Douglas School District’s Human Resources will designate where and when the testing will be conducted. The offer of employment will be withdrawn from candidates who test positive for drugs.

David Douglas School District is An Equal Opportunity Employer