What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerical Assistant - Huffman High School position at Alabama State Department of Education?
JOB TITLE:
Clerical Assistant
REPORTS TO:
Principal
WORK DAYS:
9 Months (184 Days)
SALARY:
Classified Schedule $25,744 - $34,622
LOCATION:
Huffman High School
FLSA
Status:
EXEMPT
NON EXEMPT
X
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Clerical Assistant will complete administrative tasks and serve as the initial point of contact with visitors, stakeholders, parents and students. Provide support with record keeping and database management associated with the operation of the school and instructional program.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform general receptionist duties
- Manage online database platform that houses, attendance, enrollment, and student academic records
- Maintain inventory of office supplies and complete the process for purchasing
- Process requests for student information between schools/districts and outside agencies
- Participate in Professional Development Trainings
- Effective time management, documentation and organizational skills
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Prioritize and perform duties effectively
- Proficiency with current technology and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or GED
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Employment experience gained in the private employment sector may be considered.
SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Completed Application (HireTrue)
- Resume (uploaded to application)
- Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)
*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.
REVISED:
July 2026
Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check ( https://fieldprintalabama.com/individuals ) . Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.
Salary : $25,744 - $34,622