Administrative Assistant

Sylvania; Richland Township (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland Elementary is seeking an Administrative Assistant for a 1.0 FTE front office role. You will provide secretarial support to the Principal, assist students, parents, staff and visitors, and maintain student records with accuracy. Daily tasks include typing correspondence, answering phones, processing mail, and keeping office files current.

The position runs for a 42-week school year, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with an hourly rate of $17.55.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and student data systems is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational abilities are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to the Principal.
• Assist students, parents, staff and visitors.
• Type correspondence, answer phones, process mail, and maintain files.
• Maintain paperwork for supplies, equipment and inventory.
• Maintain the student information system in a timely manner.
• Process payroll documents and substitutes as needed.
• Willing to be trained in medical duties as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Google Workspace

Student data systems

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Richland Elementary

Front Office – Administrative Assistant – 1.0 FTE

August 27, 2026

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the administrators, the administrative assistant is responsible for assisting students, parents, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications:

Required:

1. High School diploma or general education degree
2. Proficient use of computers, including knowledge and use of Google Workspace and student data systems
3. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven organizational skills
4. Demonstrated success as a collaborator and proven team player
5. Demonstrated successful communication skills with students, staff, parents, and community

Desired Characteristics:

1. Prior administrative assistant/office experience preferred
2. Ability to handle many job responsibilities and prioritize duties
3. Experience working with children

Duties:

1. To provide secretarial support to the Principal
2. To assist students, parents, staff, and visitors
3. Type correspondence, answer phones, process mail, and maintain general office files
4. Process and maintain all necessary paperwork for supplies, materials, equipment, and inventory
5. Ability to plan and organize; good work habits
6. Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents
7. To accurately maintain student information system on a timely basis
8. Process reporting substitutes and all documents associated with payroll
9. Willing and able to be trained in medical areas; diabetic screening, dispensing medicine, lice check, fevers, etc.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by administration

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK

In accordance with state law and board policy, no person shall be hired to work in contact with children prior to being fingerprinted and passing a criminal records review.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Start Date: ASAP for the 2026-27 School Year, 42-week position, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Salary: $17.55 per hour (Step 2)

Questions: Contact - Sherri Simmons, Human Resources, at [e-mail]