Clerical Office Assistant (Mesquite Academy)

Mesquite-Isd; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Clerical Office Assistant for Mesquite Academy. The role supports office staff with general duties and requires basic computer/file maintenance and good typing/communication skills.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED. Reports to the Principal/Supervisor. The position is full-time and non-exempt with typical office hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer and file maintenance skills.
• Effective typing skills and strong organizational abilities.
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Open, sort, and deliver mail.
• Compose correspondence as directed by supervisor/office secretary; assist in receiving, counting, and depositing monies collected.
• Assist in maintaining office records.
• Answer phone, take messages, and route calls.
• Manage supplies and equipment disbursement.
• Operate standard office machines.
• Greet visitors, monitor sign-in/sign-out sheets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

File maintenance

Typing skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Clerical Office Assistant (Mesquite Academy) JobID: 4588

• Position Type:
  Paraprofessional - Campus/ Clerical Assistant
  

Clerical/Technical Support Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: 1
Shift Type:Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To:Principal/Supervisor

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS:

As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To assist the office staff by performing general office duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/ GED

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of basic computer and file maintenance skills
• Possess appropriate typing skills for keyboarding
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE:

• None

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Open, sort, and deliver mail.
• Compose correspondence as directed by supervisor/ office secretary Assist in receiving, counting, and depositing monies collected.
• Assist in maintaining office records.
• Answer phone, take messages, and route calls.
• Manage supplies and equipment disbursement.
• Operate standard office machines.
• Greet visitors, monitors sign-in/sign-out sheets.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Adding and subtracting two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with l0's and l00's.
• Applying simple understanding to carry out detailed but basic written and oral instructions.
• Standing, walking, sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion.
• Occasionally lifting and/ or moving up to 40-50 pounds.
• Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.