Secretary - 188 Days

2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR

POSITION: Secretary – 188 Days

LOCATION: Creekside Intermediate School

POSTING DATE: July 15, 2025

INTERNAL POSTING DEADLINE: July 23, 2025

CLOSING DATE: August 1, 2025

HOURS: Hours to be determined by the district based on building needs. Hours are subject to change and flexibility may be required.

• Paid Leave Days
• Pension plan through Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)
• Retirement Savings Plans 403B and 457 Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits

• Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution, with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• In addition to basic computer skills, candidates must demonstrate advanced proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet applications, and database management. They should also showcase familiarity with specialized software relevant to the role, such as student information (Powerschool) and absence management (Red Rover) systems.
• Previous experience in office setting, with a proven track record of success in managing general office procedures and operating office equipment efficiently is preferred.
• Candidates must exhibit a consistently positive attitude and demonstrate exceptional teamwork skills, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Candidates must possess exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively and resolve complex issues efficiently.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and judgment, fostering effective interaction with parents, staff, and the public, while maintaining professionalism and diplomacy.
• Candidates exhibit strong analytical abilities, with the capacity to analyze situations critically and make logical decisions based on available information.
• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to interact positively and effectively with both students and staff, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Candidates must possess exceptional oral and written communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to set, manage, and coordinate multiple priorities effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
• Candidates must be self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision, taking initiative to address issues proactively.
• Candidates must uphold the highest standards of confidentiality regarding sensitive information, demonstrating discretion and integrity in handling all matters.
• Candidates should have experience in fiscal responsibility, including experience managing budgets, tracking expenses, and using financial resources effectively.
• Candidates should exhibit a willingness to stay updated with the latest technology changes relevant to the position and the district, actively seeking out opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in this area.
• Candidates are required to undergo skill testing as part of the selection process to assess their proficiency and suitability for the role.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Handles telephone calls, e-mail, and fax communications.
• Coordinate building substitutes, sign-in and reconciliation with the RED ROVER system.
• Backup Red Rover system for calling building substitutes when necessary.
• Obtains, gathers, organizes, and maintains data.
• Register new students.
• Generate and maintain accountable attendance, student records, and data using student information system.
• Maintains confidential student records.
• Accounts payable & receivable.
• Must maintain building budget and have knowledge of New World software.
• Order and maintain supplies.
• Assist staff with general office equipment.
• Coordinate Principal’s schedule and make appointments as necessary.
• Maintain building calendar.
• Distribution of mail.
• Assisting students as needed.
• Process report cards and progress reports.
• Assist in administering medicine and first aid to students and maintain medication logs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Bending, lifting, and overhead work required.
• Attendance and punctuality to assignment required.
• Maintain social media as directed by the Principal (Facebook, Twitter, Website).
• Create and maintain spreadsheets.

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Internal candidates - Must submit a letter of interest to Tammy Reich at reicht@dexterschools.org and Barb Leonard at leonardb@dexterschools.org by 4:00 PM on the internal closing date.

NOTE: This position will be posted internal and external at the same time. No external candidates will be considered until all internal obligations have been met.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its educational programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER