Administrative Assistant II - ES Principal

Rooster Springs Elementary; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Rooster Springs Elementary in Dripping Springs ISD is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to support the ES Principal. The role handles clerical duties, attendance records, budgeting tasks, and campus communications with a focus on organization and confidentiality.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), bilingual ability preferred, and strong skills in MS Office, records management, and teamwork. Salary is hourly, and the position is full-time on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and maintain a positive office environment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to multitask with frequent interruptions and complete detailed assignments.
• Ability to use computers and software, including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Ability to set priorities and assist in meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, forms, schedules, presentations, and reports as needed.
• Maintain a daily teacher attendance log and records for substitute teachers.
• Monitor and process personnel time records, including leave requests and reports.
• Maintain the school calendar of events.
• Coordinate printing and dissemination of forms and guidelines for the school year.
• Assist students, teachers, and parents as needed.
• Receive calls, take messages, and route to staff.
• Maintain physical and computerized files and update handbooks and policies.
• Perform routine bookkeeping tasks and assist with budget preparation.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and coordinate substitutes as needed.

Skills

Bilingual

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Basic accounting

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheets

Job description

Administrative Assistant II - ES Principal

Dripping Springs ISD Rooster Springs Elementary - Austin, Texas Open in Google Maps

Dripping Springs ISD Rooster Springs Elementary

Job Details

Job ID: 5906996

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant II - ES Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal

Pay Grade: Clerical/Technical 4

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 06/17/2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Under moderate supervision, organize and manage the routine work activities of a campus administrative office and provide clerical support for a school’s administrative staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Bilingual preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team, maintain a positive office environment, and exemplify professionalism
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work in a multi-task environment with frequent interruptions and complete detailed assignments
• Ability to use computers and software, including word processing, databases, and spreadsheets
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Ability to set priorities and assist in meeting deadlines

Experience:

• Three years of clerical or secretarial experience, preferably in public education

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Records, Reports, and Correspondence

• Prepare correspondence, forms, schedules, presentations, and reports as needed.
• Maintain a daily teacher attendance log and records for substitute teachers.
• Monitor and process personnel time records, including leave requests and reports, and submit information to central office according to established deadlines.
• Maintain the school calendar of events.
• Coordinate printing and dissemination of forms and guidelines for the beginning of the school year for staff and students.

Reception and Phones

• Assist students, teachers, and parents as needed.
• Receive incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route them to appropriate staff.

Files

• Maintain physical and computerized files including mailing lists, student records, visitor logs, and office communications. Prepare new files for the upcoming school year and organize past records for storage.
• Update handbooks, policy manuals, and other documents as assigned.

Accounting and Inventory

• Perform routine bookkeeping tasks, including simple arithmetic operations, to maintain campus budget records.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Receive, store, and issue supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and make cash deposits for activity accounts. May be responsible for maintenance of activity checkbooks and ledgers.
• Assist with coordination of faculty meetings and campus activities.
• Assist with campus budget preparation.
• Maintain inventory of fixed assets, equipment, and supplies.

Other

• As assigned, coordinate the acquisition of campus substitute teachers and aides; assist campus staff in working with the computerized substitute management program; and assist substitutes in acclimating to the campus.
• Sort, distribute, or deliver mail and other documents.
• Administer medication to students, check temperatures, and notify parents of student illness in the nurse's absence.
• Maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor the work of campus secretaries and clerical aides.

EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, printer, multi-line phone system, copier, fax machine, and calculator.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.39 to $26.76 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Oliver
• Email: [e-mail]