What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secretary position at Regional Office of Education 51?
- Supportive and welcoming school community
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students and staff
- Competitive salary and benefits in accordance with the BCESPA Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Greet and assist office visitors, staff, and students with warmth and professionalism
- Answer and direct incoming calls, take messages, and provide general information
- Manage student attendance records and input daily attendance calls
- Issue passes for student appointments and tardy arrivals
- Organize and distribute teacher mail and homework requests
- Assist with student recognition programs and school registration
- Oversee office aides and maintain a well-organized office environment
- Monitor visitors through the front entrance and ensure security protocols are followed
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass a fingerprint criminal and DCFS background check
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
- Ability to read, learn, and interpret complex rules and regulations
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise tact and diplomacy
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed
- Engaging and dynamic school environment
- Duties include standing, walking, lifting, bending, and working around office equipment
- Interaction with students, parents, faculty, and visitors daily
- Maintain the qualifications and applicable licensure outlined in the job description.
- Pass a background check/fingerprinting.
- Complete and submit the ONLINE application.
JobID: 4709
Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary
Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary
Date Posted:
11/14/2025
11/14/2025
Location:
Glenwood High School (9-12)
Glenwood High School (9-12)
Date Available:
12/17/2025
12/17/2025
Closing Date:
12/18/2025
12/18/2025
District:
Ball-Chatham School District 5
Ball-Chatham School District 5
Join Our Team!
Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy assisting students, staff, and parents? Ball-Chatham CUSD #5 is seeking a dedicated Secretary at GHS to join our team! If you are a dedicated, resourceful, and friendly professional looking to contribute to a positive school environment, we encourage you to apply!
Why Join Us?
Key Responsibilities:
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To be considered for this position, you must:
Pay Range: $20.00-28.30
Benefits: 2025 Benefits Enrollment Guide
Job Description: Secretary
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. This job description reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the job identified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO STATEMENT
Ball-Chatham provides equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of their race; color; creed; religion; national origin; sex; sexual orientation; age; ancestry; marital status; arrest record; military status; order of protection status; unfavorable military discharge; citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States; use of lawful products while not at work; being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, or gender violence; genetic information; physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position; or other legally protected categories.
Salary : $20 - $28