Anticipated SY 26-27 School Clerk Assistant

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Vision

Pension Plans

FSAs

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a capable clerical assistant to perform a variety of average-difficulty tasks in a CPS facility under the supervision of the school principal. The role includes typing, mail handling, receptionist duties, and appointment scheduling for school administrators.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and typing at least 35 wpm with few errors, plus solid knowledge of clerical methods and basic office equipment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school (or GED) and the ability to type 35 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• General clerical work experience is highly desirable.
• Good knowledge of general clerical office methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and the public.
• Good arithmetic, typing, and computer skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Type a variety of original correspondence using PC or typewriter as directed.
• Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail and school correspondence.
• Greet visitors and direct them to appropriate staff; schedule appointments for administrators.
• Receive and place telephone calls for school personnel; respond to general inquiries from students, parents, guardians, and the public.
• Process student transfers, registrations, and other forms and form letters.
• File a variety of correspondence, reports, and records; operate office machines and intercom.
• May assist with petty cash/ internal account ledgers and payroll processing.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Clerical office knowledge

Communication skills

Arithmetic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Photocopiers

Duplicators

Fax machines

Adding machines

Intercom system

Computers/Word processing

Job description

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CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

Under the supervision of the school principal, performs a variety of clerical functions of average difficulty in a Chicago Public Schools facility; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Types a variety of original correspondence, using either a personal computer or typewriter, as directed by the school principal and/or the principal’s designee; opens, sorts, and distributes incoming mail and school correspondence; serves as a receptionist and greets and directs visitors to appropriate staff; schedules appointments for school administrators; receives and places telephone calls for school personnel; responds to general inquiries from students, parents and guardians and the general public concerning school operations; completes student transfer, registration, and other forms and form letters; files a variety of correspondence, reports, and records; operates basic office machines, such as photocopiers, duplicators, fax machines, and adding machines; operates intercom system; maintains office bulletin boards; may assist in maintaining and monitoring the school’s petty cash and internal account ledgers; may assist with the preparation and processing of unit payrolls; may operate personal computers and word processing equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience. Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent), and the ability to type 35 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. General clerical work experience is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill. Good knowledge of general clerical office methods, procedures, and practices; good knowledge of basic office machines and equipment.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions, ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with school personnel, students, parents and guardians, and the general public.

Good skill in basic arithmetic, good typing skills, oral and written communication skills, good personal computer skills are desirable.

Physical Requirements. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program

Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow

We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:

• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance

Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life

CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:

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Salary Range : $41,129.95 to $61,973.83