Administrative Assistant III, Special Education Director

Young World Physical Education; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

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Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District is hiring an Administrative Assistant III in the M.H. Administration Building in Cypress, Texas. The role supports the Special Education Director and district staff, handling correspondence, scheduling, and travel reimbursements.

The position is full-time, 244 days per year with a starting salary of $38,788 CP-6. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, proficiency in Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint, strong communication skills,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• Strong office management skills and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Self-motivated, able to handle multiple tasks and work collaboratively.
• Maintain confidentiality to support district interests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence, forms, contracts and reports for the directors.
• Answer calls, take messages, route inquiries to staff.
• Monitor and respond to emails and inquiries.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and reserve conference rooms.
• Maintain organized filing system.
• Process invoices in eFinance and assist with requisitions for payment.
• Support departments' goals and assist leadership with projects.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

multitasking

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Administrative Assistant III, Special Education Director

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District M.H. ADMINISTRATION BUILDING – Cypress, Texas

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Job Details

Job ID: 5870561

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED;


• Proficient in applied technology. (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint);


• Proficient in general office management and procedures;


• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills;


• Must be self-motivated, possess the ability to work under pressure, able to handle multiple tasks, and work collaboratively;


• Demonstrated personal integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality to support the best interest of the district.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

244 days

SALARY/PAYGRADE:

$38,788/CP-6

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare correspondence, forms, contracts and reports for the directors.


• Answer and respond to incoming calls, taking reliable messages and route to appropriate staff, assist directly with routine inquiries.


• Monitor and respond to inquiries emails.


• Manage calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and reserve conference rooms as needed.


• Maintain well-organized filing system.


• Registrations for conferences/workshops and travel reimbursements for the directors and department staff.


• Assist the directors, assistant director and coordinators with various tasks and supporting projects.


• Process various invoices in eFinance, verify and process requisitions for payment.


• Promote and support departmental goals.


• Perform other duties assigned by the directors/assistant director, coordinators and the assistant superintendent for educational support services as needed.

NOTE:

Preference will be given to CFISD employees.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

All applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed

Hiring managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Human Resources

Email: [e-mail]

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: Frequent in district-wide travel

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $38,788 Per Year