Administrative Assistant 3 (2026-2027 School Year)

Usd 259; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

USD 259 in Wichita, KS seeks an Administrative Assistant 3 to perform general clerical duties, answer phones, type, file electronically, and distribute mail. The role supports multiple staff and requires professional communication.

Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and solid skills in Word, Outlook, and Excel, with the ability to learn new systems and maintain confidentiality. Travel between campuses may be required.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform general clerical tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Serve as receptionist, answer phones, and assist callers.
• Copying, distribution of documents, and mail handling.
• Maintain office equipment and inventories.
• Perform clerical duties for staff and support multiple offices.

Job description

Job Title

Administrative Assistant 3

Position Function

Performs general clerical duties; which may be required but not limited to answering phones, intermediary computer functions, typing, and electronic filing, and copying, scanning, and distributing mail.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Serve or assist as receptionist to the building, answering phone calls, and providing information and assistance to callers
• Assists with copying and distribution of documents and other materials for administrative and clerical staff
• Maintain copier, office machines, and vending machines
• Assists in maintaining inventories or supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring items’ availability
• Perform clerical duties for other staff as requested

Additional Duties

Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Equipment

The employee must demonstrate the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and fax machine. Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use.

Travel

Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Work in standard office and school building environments
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities
• Additional demands upon request of Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
• Intermediate computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook with basic skills in Excel, which will be determined and validated by testing
• Use of good judgment and the capability to research and analyze information in order to make decisions on recurring assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Interrelations

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile

• A High School education or GED is required