Administrative Assistant/EOP - Payroll

MCLEAN COUNTY UNIT DISTRICT #5; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

McLean County Unit District No. 5 is seeking an Administrative Assistant/ EOP - Payroll at Normal Community High School. The role supports the administration, greets visitors, and assists with clerical duties in the main office, with a 1.0 FTE schedule. Strong MS Office skills and 60+ wpm typing are required.

The position reports to the principal and assistant principal, offers non-exempt status, and involves collaboration with administrators and EOPs to cover duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of office administration or related experience.
• Typing 60+ wpm and proficient with MS Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs and push/pull up to 10 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors in the Main Office.
• Serve as receptionist: direct calls, deliver messages, sort mail.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Assist in emergencies.
• Support in following up with students and parents on absences.
• Collaborate with administrators and EOPs to cover duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as fixed by the Building Principal.

Skills

Typing 60+ wpm

MS Office proficiency

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

To provide able assistance to the Administration of the school and add to the continued improvement of the educational program. The efficient performance of their duties and responsibilities are an integral part of the Unit Five school system.

McLean County Unit District No. 5

Job Description

Position Title: Administrative Assistant/ EOP - Payroll

Department: Normal Community High School

Reports to: Principal/Assistant Principal

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.0

Summary To provide able assistance to the Administration of the school and add to the continued improvement of the educational program. The efficient performance of their duties and responsibilities are an integral part of the Unit Five school system.

Duties

• Greet and assist visitors in the Main Office
• Serve as a receptionist:
  • Direct telephone communications
  • Deliver messages
  • Sort all mail
• Keep inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Assist in emergencies.
• Aid Assistant Principals in follow-up with students and parents regarding unexcused absences.
• Collaborate with administrators and EOPs to cover other duties as needed.
• Perform all duties necessary to the position and such other duties as may be fixed by the Building Principal.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 1-3 yrs. experience in an office administration or related position.
• Must be able to type 60+ wpm
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to push/pull up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to work with teachers, education support personnel, building administrators and the general public.
• Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.

Compensation

• Fully Board Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision available.

Per the 2026-2027 Administrative Assistant Salary Schedule, the starting pay range is $19.48 - $23.57 and is based upon experience.