What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant I (2026-2027 School Year) 215 day position at San Antonio Independent School District?
Revised: 4/27/2025
Position Title: Administrative Assistant
Job Title: Administrative Assistant, I
Function: Administrative Services
Family: Administrative Support
Reports to: Director or Principal Pay Grade: N09
Terms of
Employment:
- 215 days per year.
- At-Will employment agreement.
- Salary is in pay grade N09 on the Non-Exempt
- Entry hourly rate is at $19.00 with consideration
for directly related experience.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Funding
Source:
This position is locally funded.
Job Scope
Use significant independent judgment and familiarity of the field to perform work. May be responsible for
administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may be the lead a group of
employees. May develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.
Typically reports to Senior Management Administrators performing medium to high complexity assignments using
solid skill & knowledge.
Position Summary
Responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient business processes for the
campus/department. Adheres to departmental policy and procedures, prepares documents, and produces various
operating reports. Serves as the administrative point of contact for all internal and external inquiries.
Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
1. Support all administrative operations to ensure efficient business processes; may handle routine and
emergency office decisions as needed using latitude for independent judgment under general supervision.
2. Oversee fiscal activities for campus/departments. Prepare reports, cost analyses, and monitors
expenditures using solid knowledge to ensure a financially responsible budget.
3. Oversee administrative staff using latitude for independent judgment. May determine schedules and
assignments, monitor team performance, and report on metrics. May be asked to provide training
resources for professional development to support continuing employee growth and career progression.
4. Update the administrator's calendar including setting appointments, making travel arrangements,
registration, and accommodations for conferences, and checking in daily/weekly to prioritize meetings
and arrangements using latitude for independent judgment. Ensures prompt response to all requests and
inquiries.
5. Keep management informed of administrative matters. Provide recommendations for process revisions
based on internal issues, workflow, and customer needs.
Job Description
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6. Review, validate, and analyze data using solid knowledge; create reports, documents, and presentations.
Keeps management apprised of workload status and potential hindrances to turnaround time
deliverables.
7. Collaborate with staff members and management to ensure initiatives are thoroughly communicated.
8. Review and provide recommendations for policy/procedure development and revision based on feedback
received or issues identified. Presents management with recommendations for needed policy and process
changes, enhancements, and clarification using solid skill and knowledge.
9. Compose, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and other material using solid knowledge. Review
outgoing material for completeness, dates, and signatures.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected
for this position.
Minimum Requirements
- High School diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency.
- 3 years of experience in related field or Higher Education Degree from an accredited college or
- Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee
(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and
- Proven ability to create and maintain a positive office environment.
- Excellent organization and time management skills with verifiable experience in maintaining accurate
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
- Demonstrated ability to organize workload by priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, think critically, and manage conflicts.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Demonstrated ability to both prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent writing and proofreading skills.
Working Conditions
Work Environment:
- Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and
- Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional
Job Description
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Physical Demands/Requirements:
- Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,
standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,
speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15-44 pounds.
Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports
- None
San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.
Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be found within
SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at:
https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.
San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión,
origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado
inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos,
servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.
La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se
encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD,
disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176
Employee Printed Name: Date:
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Sick LeaveSalary : $19