Administrative Assistant (12 mos. - Central Office)

Abington-Public-Schools; Abington (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Abington Public Schools in Abington, MA, is seeking an Administrative Assistant (12 months) for the Central Office. The role supports administrative, personnel, and student services, including enrollment coordination, reception, and records management.

The ideal candidate is organized, customer-focused, and able to maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced district setting. The 12-month, full-time position offers a salary range of $55,000-$65,000 and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills and ability to work with diverse families.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• At least 2 years of administrative experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the receptionist for the district office, welcoming visitors and responding to phone, email, and in-person inquiries.
• Coordinate with Human Resources and Payroll to maintain accurate employee records related to professional growth and background checks.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and personnel information.
• Support day-to-day Central Office operations and seasonal/annual tasks as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Skills

Strong organizational

Communication skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft 365

Job description

Administrative Assistant (12 mos. - Central Office)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928956
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Central Office Administrative Assistant serves as a key member of the district's Central Office team, supporting administrative, personnel, and student-related services. This position is responsible for coordinating student enrollment activities, serving as the primary receptionist for the district office, supporting employee onboarding compliance requirements, maintaining personnel records, and supporting day-to-day Central Office operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, customer-service focused, and able to maintain confidentiality while working in a fast-paced educational environment. Responsibilities include:



*Serve as the receptionist for the district office, welcoming visitors and responding to phone, email, and in-person inquiries.
*Coordinate with Human Resources and Payroll to maintain accurate employee records related to professional growth and background checks.
*Maintain confidentiality of student and personnel information.
*Other seasonal/annual and routine administrative tasks and projects that support the effective and efficient operations and functioning of the district offices and the schools, as needed and assigned.
*Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Support Staff > Clerical

Support Staff > Receptionist

Support Staff > Secretary

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Abington Public School System is committed to ensuring that all of its programs and facilities are accessible to all members of the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The contents of all Abington Public Schools publications are available upon request in language other than English.

Job Requirements

• Required Qualifications
  
  ~High school diploma or equivalent.
  ~Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications.
  ~Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills and ability to work with diverse families.
  ~Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  ~Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
  Preferred Qualifications
  ~At least 2 years of administrative experience, preferably in a school, municipality, or public-sector environment.
  ~Experience with Aspen or similar student information systems.
  ~Knowledge of personnel records management, onboarding procedures, and Massachusetts school compliance requirements.
  ~12-month position, 40-hour work week, 8:30am to 4:30pm
  ~Annual Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000, based on training and experience.
  ~The Abington Public Schools offer a comprehensive benefits package and membership in Plymouth County Retirement System.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sarah Gainey , Director of Operations & Finance
• 1071 Washington St
• Abington, Massachusetts 02351
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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