Description

Performs varied clerical and secretarial duties requiring a basic level of knowledge of office routine and understanding of the organization, programs, and procedures related to the work of the office. Maintains a close and highly responsive relationship to the day-to-day activities of the students, staff and administrative staff. Works fairly independently, receiving minimum supervision and guidance.

• HOURS PER DAY 8
• SCHOOL YEAR POSITIONS ( 204 DAYS/10 MONTHS)
• ANTICIPATED START DATE: 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
  SALARY: LEVEL 6 on the Secretarial/Clerical Salary Schedule. Experience increments depends on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public school.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of administrative and student offices in support of school and staff, ensuring a positive, professional image. This includes greeting students, staff, visitors and callers, handling their inquiries, and directing them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
• Assist with student referred to the office, determine need and refer to appropriate staff.
• Update student records and cumulative files for incoming, current and transfer students. This may include demographic information, grades, assessment results, immunization records, student learning plans, IEPS, files, and vision and hearing.
• Assist with minor medical injuries, illnesses and may administer medication for students.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional secretarial courses preferred.
• Minimum two years of recent secretarial or clerical work experience required, with School District experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately type 40 words per minute.
• Basic level knowledge of general computer skills, including Microsoft office programs, payroll software, financial software (i.e., Intouch), single point of entry software, and student information system (i.e., PowerSchool) experience preferred.
• First Aid card preferred.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule – Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs.
• Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays – Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement (https://www.spokaneschools.org/Page/314) as negotiated.
• Benefits Highlights:
  

  • The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Programadministers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington’s school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position).
    • Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
  • Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.
  • School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.
    • Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District’s plan manager, OMNI.
  • See more about employee benefits at https://www.spokaneschools.org/Page/2253
• A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees

• Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Section 504 Coordinator: Melanie Smith, MelanieSm@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7284

• ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, StephanieB@spokaneschools.org 509.354.5993
• Affirmative Action Officer: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Equal Opportunity Officer: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Melanie Smith, MelanieSm@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7284

Follow this link to find out about all the great benefit options you have as an employee of Spokane Public Schools: https://www.spokaneschools.org/Page/938