What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Clerk position at Murl Windsor Academy?
Job Type: Full-Time 7:30-3:30pm
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Location: In-person
Administrative Clerical Associate Summary
Murl Windsor Academy is seeking a professional, organized, and customer-focused Administrative Clerk to support the daily operations of our school. The Administrative Clerk serves as the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors while providing clerical and administrative support to school leadership. This position requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced educational environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, personable, technology-proficient, and committed to providing exceptional customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls, emails, and inquiries.
- Maintain accurate student records and confidential files in accordance with school policies.
- Assist with student enrollment, withdrawals, attendance, and records requests.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and other administrative documents.
- Schedule appointments, meetings, and maintain administrative calendars.
- Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries.
- Maintain office supplies and coordinate inventory as needed.
- Assist with data entry, filing, copying, scanning, and document management.
- Support school events, parent meetings, orientations, and special programs.
- Receive payments and issue receipts when applicable.
- Communicate effectively with faculty, parents, and community members.
- Ensure the front office remains organized, welcoming, and efficient.
- Perform other clerical and administrative duties as assigned by school leadership.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of administrative, clerical, receptionist, or customer service experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Professional appearance and positive attitude.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a school, educational setting, or nonprofit organization.
- Experience with student information systems and office management software.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of office equipment including copiers, scanners, and multi-line phone systems.
Desired Skills
- Customer service excellence
- Professional communication
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Organization
- Data entry accuracy
- Record management
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Confidentiality
- Attention to detail
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment.
- Ability to move throughout the school campus as needed.
Why Join Murl Windsor Academy?
At Murl Windsor Academy, we are committed to creating a supportive, student-centered learning environment where excellence, integrity, and service are valued. As an Administrative Clerk, you will play a vital role in helping our school operate efficiently while making a positive impact on students, families, and staff every day.
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Clerical: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $15