School Administrative Assistant

Position Summary:

The School Administrative Assistant shall assist with all required administrative and clerical support to the school and Principal in all aspects of its operations. This requires professional expertise and a general knowledge of the affairs of the congregation and student body.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs duties in cooperation with the other school administrative assistant
• Serves as Administrative Assistant to the Principal
• Answers telephone; takes and relays messages
• Is responsible for reports as requested
• Maintains school family files in database
• Orders supplies
• Makes arrangements for field trips, meetings, and conferences
• Works with the public from a Christian perspective; provides information involving an understanding of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Types correspondences, memos, and reports from written or verbal instructions
• Administers first-aid and medication to students
• Works with volunteers, including the direction of their activities and scheduling as directed by the Principal
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others
• Must exercise strict discretion and confidentiality and exhibit high integrity
• Adhere to all guidelines and policies as outlined in the St. Paul Lutheran Employee Handbook and School Procedure Manual
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attends to student needs as appropriate

Qualifications

• Demonstrates competency in clerical and administrative tasks including the operation of a personal computer with proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database and internet
• A team player with a positive attitude is vital
•  Well organized, detail-oriented and ability to handle multiple task in a fast-paced environmen
•  Must be physically capable of walking up and down stairs and lift a minimum of 10 pounds

Compensation, Education, and Schedule:

• High school diploma required;
• Active participant in worship and witness and is supportive of the mission and philosophy of St. Paul Lutheran Church and School
• A desire and ability to engage in continuing education and skills upgrading

Compensation, Education, and Schedule (cont):

• Required to complete a basic first aid and CPR course
• Full-time Non-Exempt
• Core work hours are generally performed during the week and will be - Monday – Friday 7:45 am – 4:00 pm only when school is in session. Summer hours are determined by SPLS Principal.
• Other hours may be occasionally assigned as necessary for office coverage, welcome desk and/or special events
• The work involved in the position occurs primarily inside the Church facility at 1800 West Freeway, Fort Worth, Texas.

Conditions of Employment:    

•      Models a Biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle

• Supports and adheres to the Mission, Vision, Values and Philosophy of Ministry of St. Paul Lutheran Church

•      Must be able to pass a background check and child safety training