Business Office Assistant (20 hours per week - benefits eligible)

Norfolk Public Schools; Norfolk (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Norfolk Public Schools in Norfolk, MA is seeking a part-time Business Office Assistant (20 hours/week) to provide clerical and administrative support to the Central Administrative Office. Schedule includes Mon and Fri, with Wednesdays, and benefits eligibility.

The role requires an Associate’s degree or higher, strong accounting aptitude, and proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software. You will work to maintain confidentiality and support payroll, purchasing and other district

Qualifications

• Possession of an Associate’s Degree or higher.
• Preferably at least two or more years working in an educational setting, accounting, bookkeeping or payroll office.
• Strong aptitude for figures and basic accounting practices with expertise in spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Confidentiality and professionalism is essential.
• Ability to learn and effectively use district financial, payroll, and other administrative software.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Business Office.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, receipts, and other financial documents in accordance with district procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee, financial, and other sensitive district information.
• Opportunity to gain comprehensive expertise in public sector operations, building highly marketable skills in municipal finance, and public records management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Business Office Specialist, Business Consultant or designee.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team player

Proficient computer skills

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher

Tools

MUNIS

Harpers Payroll System

Job description

Business Office Assistant (20 hours per week - benefits eligible)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5936874

Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Norfolk Elementary Schools

Norfolk, Massachusetts

Title: Business Office Assistant, Central Administrative Office

Part-Time: Up to 20 hours/week *Benefits Eligible

Schedule: Monday & Friday (8:30-3:30pm)

Wednesday (8:30-2:30pm)

*Flexibility during holiday and vacation periods

Position Summary

The Business Office Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to the Business Office and assists with the efficient and accurate processing of financial, payroll, purchasing, and general business office functions. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively with employees, vendors, families, and other members of the school community.

Qualifications

Possession of an Associate’s Degree or higher. Preferably at least two or more years working in an educational setting, accounting, bookkeeping or payroll office. Strong aptitude for figures and basic accounting practices with expertise in spreadsheet and word processing software. Proficient computer skills. Strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Confidentiality and professionalism is essential. Ability to learn and effectively use district financial, payroll, and other administrative software.

Reports to Business Consultant and Business Office Specialist

Work Year 12 Months per Year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Business Office.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, receipts, and other financial documents in accordance with district procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee, financial, and other sensitive district information.
• Opportunity to gain comprehensive expertise in public sector operations, building highly marketable skills in municipal finance, and public records management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Business Office Specialist, Business Consultant or designee.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of general office procedures and financial recordkeeping practices.
• Ability to accurately enter and maintain financial and employee information.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with employees, vendors, and the public.
• Familiarity with MUNIS and/or Harpers Payroll System is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in the areas of Accounts Payable/Receivable/Payroll/Procurement is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties generally require the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, use a computer and telephone, and occasionally lift or move office materials and supplies.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment within a school or district administrative setting. The position requires frequent interaction with district employees, administrators, vendors, and members of the public.

Evaluation

The Business Office Specialist, in conjunction with the Business Consultant, will evaluate annually based on goals established at the start of each school year.

Salary

Clerical Salary Grid: Step 1 $20.77 - Step 7 $24.06, commensurate with experience.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $20 to $24 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ally Hamilton , Business Office Specialist
• One Liberty Lane
• Norfolk, Massachusetts 02056
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]