BHS General Office Clerk - 10 months

Barrington Schools; Barrington (RI); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington Public Schools in Barrington, RI is seeking a General Office Clerk for a 10-month term. The role reports to the Building Principal and supports the school office to ensure efficient operations.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma and be proficient with Google/Excel and other school software. Administrative/clerical experience and strong computer skills are required to handle attendance, records, reception, and other office duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• Proficient with Google/Excel and other office software.
• Administrative/clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains attendance and student records as required and protects confidentiality.
• Types letters, memos, reports, and purchase orders from rough drafts.
• Acts as receptionist and answers inquiries from the public.
• Performs various related office duties and assists administrative team.

Skills

Administrative support

Clerical experience

Reception duties

Google Workspace

Excel

Education

High School Diploma

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Excel

Job description

BHS General Office Clerk - 10 months

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Job Details

Job ID: 5903971

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Barrington Public Schools

General Office Clerk

Job Description

Reports To: Building Principal

Job Goal: To contribute to the efficient operation of a school office so that it can play its effective part in the education process.

Qualifications: High School Diploma

Skilled in the use of personal computers and various office equipment Proficient with all aspects of Google/Excel and other software applications that support school operations

Administrative Assistant/clerical experience

To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging.

Performance Responsibilities

• Maintains attendance and other student records as shall be required, also protects confidentiality of these records.
• Types a variety of materials, such as letters, student records, reports, memos, purchase orders, etc., from rough drafts, general instructions or through established procedures.
• Acts as a receptionist, answers inquiries from the public, screen calls and makes appointments.
• Performs various related office duties as assigned.
• Assists administrative team.

Length of Work Year:10 months

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard to view a computer screen and to sit or stand for extended periods. Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of the School Committee policy on the evaluation of non-teaching staff.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Clerical

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required