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Substitute Secretaries

PATERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Paterson, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
This is a Per Diem / On-Call Position

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Bilingual, preferred
  • Have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related secretarial or office position.
  • A graduate of a recognized program of secretarial studies, preferred
  • Demonstrate excellent secretarial skills, including at least fifty (50) words per minute at the keyboard with a minimum of errors
  • General bookkeeping skills
  • Organizational and filing skills
  • The ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, and telecommunications.
  • Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or an equivalent computer program.
  • Demonstrate the ability to adapt to and utilize the district's software programs.
  • Demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette, with proper voice inflection.
  • Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
  • Applicants will be required to successfully complete an office skills proficiency screening.
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

  • Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
  • Pending budget availability
  • All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

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