2026-27 Administrative Assistant Class III- Chouteau Elementary

CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking an Administrative Assistant Class III to provide essential secretarial support to assigned administrators. The role includes coordinating activities, maintaining records, and handling communications with staff, parents, and public agencies.

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge includes basic math, grammar, and office practices.
• Skills include operating standard office equipment and preparing/maintaining records.
• Ability to schedule, gather data, and communicate with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Compiles data from various sources to support departments.
• Coordinates projects and programs for departments.
• Greets visitors and controls building access.
• Maintains physical and electronic files in compliance with guidelines.
• Monitors activities for administrators and tracks progress.
• Participates in meetings, records minutes, and supports attendees.
• Handles clerical tasks (orders, scheduling, copying, faxing).
• Prepares documents (correspondence, agendas, minutes, reports).
• Explains procedures to staff and disseminates information.

Skills

Office equipment

Software applications

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

2026-27 Administrative Assistant Class III- Chouteau Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959911

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - CLASS III

Purpose Statement

The job of Administrative Assistant - Office is done for the purpose/s of providing administrative and secretarial support to assigned administrative personnel; coordinating activities and monitoring assigned activities; and providing information, recommendations and/or direction as requested by assigned administrator.

Essential Functions

• Compiles data from a variety of sources (e.g. work orders, budget reports, specialized reports, personnel records, etc.) for the purpose of to support individual departments.
• Coordinates a variety of projects, functions and/or program components for individual departments (e.g. Supporting over 160 staff members, etc.) for the purpose of completing activities and/or delivering services in a timely fashion.
• Greets individuals wishing to enter the building and allows authorized entrance for the purpose of ensuring building security and directing individuals within the building as needed.
• Maintains a wide variety of manual and electronic documents files and records for the purpose of providing up-todate information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
• Monitors a variety of activities on behalf of assigned Administrators (e.g. account balances, work order status, etc.) for the purpose of achieving goals and meeting target dates.
• Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, and/or trainings for the purpose of providing or receiving information, recording minutes, and supporting the needs of the attendees.
• Performs general and program specific clerical functions (e.g. purchase orders, scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.) for the purpose of supporting administrative activities.
• Prepares a variety of documents (e.g. correspondence, agendas, minutes, event programs, bulletins, reports, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information and/or creating documentation in compliance with established guidelines.
• Presents information on administrative procedures (e.g. department/program policies, submission procedures, etc.) for the purpose of orienting new personnel and/or disseminating information to existing personnel.
• Processes documents and materials (e.g. time sheets, work orders, requisitions, travel reimbursements, budget transfers, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information in compliance with administrative guidelines and/or regulatory requirements.
• Procures supplies and materials for department(s) for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items.
• Represents assigned Administrators in their absence for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required for their functions.
• Responds to a variety of inquiries from a variety of internal and external parties (e.g. staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction.
• Schedules a wide variety of activities (e.g. appointments, meetings, travel reservations/accommodations, facility usage, etc.) for the purpose of making necessary arrangements for assigned administrators.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: business telephone etiquette; concepts of grammar and punctuation; and office practices and procedures.

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; displaying tact and courtesy; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; being attentive to detail; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Clearances Criminal Background Clearance

FLSA Status Non Exempt

Position Type: Full-Time

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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