Clerk Typist (Library Assistant) - High School

Young World Physical Education; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterloo Community School District WEST HIGH in Waterloo, Iowa, seeks a Clerk Typist (Library Assistant) to support front-desk operations and general clerical tasks in the high school library.

Ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy school setting; 188-day contract, $18.04–$20.00 per hour, non-exempt. Successful post-offer drug screen and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to greet and assist visitors, staff, parents and students.
• Ability to work under stress in a busy environment.
• Familiarity with basic computer skills and school information systems.

Responsibilities

• Composes, types and edits correspondence as directed.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports as requested.
• Greets and attends to the needs of visitors, staff, parents and/or students as necessary.
• Operates office equipment as needed.
• Answers the telephone and assists callers accurately and efficiently.
• Prepares outgoing mail; sorts and distributes incoming mail.
• Sets up meetings and schedules facilities as directed.
• Assists department secretary as directed.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Working under stress

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Google Suites

Student Information Systems

Promethean/EdTools

Education Tech Tools

Job description

Clerk Typist (Library Assistant) - High School

Waterloo Community School District WEST HIGH - Waterloo, Iowa

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Job Details

Job ID: 5887002

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Clerk Typist

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Classification: Educational Support Personnel

Immediate Supervisor: Building Principal

Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for performing routine clerical duties and providing customer service to support the smooth operation of the building. May need to greet and attend to the needs of visitors, staff, parents and students as needed.

Hiring Specifications:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification

• N/A

Experience

• Previous clerical or secretarial experience, preferred

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with other employees and the public
• Ability to work effectively under stress, changing work priorities and in emergencies
• Ability to work diverse groups of people
• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively and respectfully with staff, parents, students and community members regardless of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability
• Ability to provide customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule as needed

Technology Requirements

• Basic computer skills (computer navigation, email, web browser, Employee Portal)
• Intermediate computer skills (Google Suites, search function, student information systems, basis promethean)
• High computer skills (familiarity with Education Tech Tools, Informational systems specific to position
• Ability to reach all skill levels listed if not already acquired

Supervision of Others:

• N/A

Personal Contacts:

• Building staff, students, parents and visitors

Physical Requirements:

• NEVER
• 0%
• OCCASIONAL
• 1-32%
• FREQUENT
• 33-66%
• CONSTANT
• 67%+
• A. Standing X
• B. Walking X
• C. Sitting X
• D. Bending/Stooping X
• E. Pushing/Pulling X
• F. Reaching X
• G. Climbing/Stairs X
• H. Driving X
• I. Lifting Up to 25 lbs.
• J. Carrying Up to 25 lbs.
• K. Manual Dexterity Tasks Telephone X
• Computer X
• Other X
• L. Working Conditions Inside X
• Outside X
• Extremes in temp/humidity X

Additional requirements: Successful completion of post-offer drug screening and physical as well as background check.

Job Duties:

• Composes, types and edits correspondence as directed.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports as requested.
• Greets and attends to the needs of visitors, staff, parents and/or students as necessary.
• Operates office equipment as needed.
• Answers the telephone and assists callers accurately and efficiently.
• Prepares outgoing mail; sorts and distributes incoming mail.
• Sets up meetings and schedules facilities as directed.
• Assists department secretary as directed.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Terms of Employment: 188-day contract per Board policy and administrative guidelines.

Date Last Revised: 12/8/2020

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.04 to $20 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Support Staff > Clerical
• Support Staff > Secretary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brian Ortman , Principal
• WEST HIGH
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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