Administrative Assistant I

Township High School District 214; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Township High School District 214 in Arlington Heights, IL, seeks an Administrative Assistant I to support the Business Department. The role involves handling communications with staff, students, parents and partners, maintaining records, and coordinating programs with a collaborative team approach.

You will work within established systems, apply independent judgment and confidentiality, and demonstrate organizational, computer and public relations skills to ensure smooth department operations

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate organization and prioritization of workflow.
• Must be proficient in computers, office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Must project a positive image of the district to students, staff, parents and the public.
• Must have awareness of student needs including physical and social emotional needs.
• Must communicate clearly and respectfully with students, staff, parents, visitors and the public.

Responsibilities

• Managing varied building needs and priorities and coordinating with departments and vendors to support office needs.
• Creating and maintaining information relevant to the department.
• Maintaining records of equipment and files aligned with district needs.
• Supporting programs and special projects as directed by the department.
• Relieving the district receptionist according to a schedule.
• Participating in professional development to improve job performance.
• Developing inclusive and equitable working relationships with staff, students and community members.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION: Administrative Assistant I - Business Department 40 hours/week Effective November 13, 2026

Administrative Assistant I - Business Department

This work involves a variety of tasks related to the operation of the department. There is considerable contact with staff, students, parents and community partners/vendors.

An employee in this position works within clearly established systems and procedures, must exhibit organizational skills and exercise independent judgment and confidentiality in the performance of duties. The Administrative Assistant I must exhibit initiative and embrace a collaborative team approach to accomplish the mission of the district.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 40 lbs.
• Must sit at workstation for extended period of time and/or move frequently from workstation to various other areas of building.
• Must organize and prioritize workflow.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers, office practices, procedures and office equipment.
• Must project a positive image of the district to students, staff and parents as well as exhibit a positive employee attitude.
• Must demonstrate appropriate interpersonal skills, and communicate clearly and respectfully with students, staff, parents, visitors and the general public.
• Must have awareness of a variety of student needs including physical and social emotional needs.
• Must have strong organizational, communication, and public relations skills.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• Must have a working understanding of varying building needs and priorities as well as communicate with various departments, district partners/vendors in order to best support office needs.
• Creating and maintaining information relevant to the department.
• Maintaining records of equipment and files consistent with department and district needs.
• Supporting programs and special projects as indicated by the department.
• Relieving the administration center receptionist according to a prepared schedule.
• Participating in appropriate professional development activities in order to enhance job performance.
• Cultivating and developing inclusive and equitable working relationships with staff, students and community members.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.