Business Office Secretary - Substitute

Holliston Public Schools; Holliston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Holliston Public Schools is seeking a Business Office Secretary for a temporary assignment in the Central Office. The anticipated dates are October 1, 2026 through October 9, 2026, with possible extension based on business needs.

The ideal candidate will handle administrative tasks, maintain records, assist with financial transactions, and support the transportation, maintenance, and finance teams while providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and administrative abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Apps.

Responsibilities

• Provides customer service and answers central office phones as needed
• Sorts and distributes central office mail
• Maintains Tuition and Registration/School Use programs
• Maintains registrations for school-owned vehicles
• Orders central office supplies and supports multiple departments
• Administrative support to transportation, maintenance, and finance departments

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Business Office Secretary - Substitute

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945347

Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Holliston Public School District is seeking a Business Office Secretary for an upcoming temporary assignment. The anticipated dates for this assignment are October 1, 2026 throughOctober 9, 2026 (please note: the end date is subject to change and may conclude sooner based on business needs).

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in performing administrative support tasks that are essential to the daily operation of the Holliston Public Schools Central Office . This position requires strong office management skills, proficiency in computer applications, and excellent time management abilities. The Business OfficeSecretary will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, assisting with financial transactions, and ensuring smooth departmentmental operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Excellent Organizational, Interpersonal, and Administrative Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Apps
• Ability to organize time and resources to complete multiple tasks

Responsibilities:

• Provides customer service and answers central office phones as needed
• Sorts and distributes central office mail
• Maintains Tuition and Rental Programs: School Choice, PreSchool, Building Use
• Maintains all registration and titles for school-owned vehicles
• Prepares and maintains all facilities bid documentation
• Orders all Central Office supplies
• Administrative support to the transportation, maintenance, and finance departments
• Registration of New Students: Authorization to release records, birth certificates, proof of residence
• Processes student work permits and CORIs
• Assist other support staff (filing, copying, etc)
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations

Public School employees of Massachusetts are required to submit their fingerprints to a National Criminal Database check. The check will require you to pay a fee of $35. In addition to the national background check, a satisfactory Massachusetts Criminal Record Check (CORI) is required.

The Holliston Public school system serves approximately 2,900 students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade and beyond.Schools in the district include Sam Placentino Elementary School (PK-2), Fred Miller Elementary School (3-5), Robert Adams Middle School (6-8), and Holliston High School (9-12). Our schools promote innovation, creative problem solving, unique French Immersion and Montessori opportunities,positive school climates,and a trusting and respectfulstudent-teacher relationship.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Support Staff > Receptionist

Support Staff > Secretary

Equal Opportunity Employer

Holliston Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. It is the policy of the Holliston Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age or disability in its educational programs, services, activities, or employment practices.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lisa DiLuzio , HR Supervisor
• 370 Hollis Street
• Holliston, Massachusetts 01746
• Phone: [phone] x1124
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]