Secretary I - Schools

Position Type:

Clerical/Clerical Positions

Date Posted:

5/2/2024

Location:

York High School

Date Available:

08/12/2024

Closing Date:

07/31/2024Job Description

Title: SECRETARY I - SCHOOLS

This Position is: Non-Exempt

Primary Function:

Position is responsible for providing clerical office support in a school office.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of the "Secretary Skills Test" for the Secretary I level and completion of high school and or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Thorough knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Ability to type accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed; familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Reports to: Principal or Designee Performance Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of clerical tasks as assigned by the administrator.

Serves as receptionist for the school.

Becomes knowledgeable of School Board policies and procedures and applies them appropriately.

Demonstrates ability to learn and use YCSD standard software to perform required tasks.

Compiles information from various sources for records and reports.

Maintains organized student files and records.

Registers and withdraws students.

Maintains attendance figures and reports information as required.

Answers the telephone and responds to the needs of students, parents, teachers, administrators and vendors.

Maintains confidentiality as required.

Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.

Performs other duties as assigned. Job Specifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have the ability to sit for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in an office environment. Terms of Employment: As specified in annual notice of employment. Salary according to the School Board Pay Plan. Evaluation: Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of non-licensed personnel.

The York County School Division does not discriminate on the basis of race (Title VI), color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, gender (Title IX), age or disability (Section 504), or any other protected class in its educational programs, activities or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following positions have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator

Chief Human Resources Officer

302 Dare Road

Yorktown, VA 23692

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Special Education

302 Dare Road

Yorktown, VA 23692