Copy Of Executive Assistant – Hartford Pre-K Magnet School

Hartford Public Schools; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 39,311 - 52,732; Full time

Job summary

A regional education department is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide complex administrative support at Hartford Pre‑K Magnet School. The candidate will manage clerical duties, maintain records, and support the Principal with communication tasks. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years in a school environment, and proficiency in office software including MUNIS and PowerSchool. A salary range of $39,311 to $52,732 for a twelve-month work year is offered, along with union affiliation with Hartford Federation of School Secretaries.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working in a school or central office environment.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant databases is a must.
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in communications.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex administrative and secretarial assistance.
• Knowledge of internal district-wide systems and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective written and oral communication

Knowledge of bookkeeping principles

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to maintain clerical records

Bilingual preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED, additional college preferred

Tools

MUNIS

PowerSchool

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

Executive Assistant – Hartford Pre‑K Magnet School (JOB ID # 2497)

• Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary / Executive Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/25/2016
• Location: Hartford Pre‑K Magnet School
• Closing Date: 03/30/2016

Position:

Executive Assistant – Hartford Pre‑K Magnet School

Reports To:

Principal

Summary:

Performs complex administrative and secretarial assistance of a confidential and responsible nature requiring knowledge of internal, district-wide systems and procedures related to schools.

Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma or GED with additional college preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years working in a school/central office environment.
• Thorough knowledge of MUNIS, PowerSchool and other databases, a must.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices where necessary.
• Highly proficient in the use of modern office equipment, including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access and other applicable programs.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain variety of clerical records.
• Must have good evaluations and attendance record.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff.
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in making personal and telephone contacts.Ability to periodically work an extended and/or flexible schedule to meet the demands of the schools.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Candidate must successfully complete testing requirements.

Salary and Terms of Employment:

Salary in accordance with Hartford Federation of School Secretaries, 2015-2016 Salary Grid (105-12): $39,311 - $52,732 - Twelve-month work year.

Union Affiliation:

Hartford Federation of School Secretaries.

Application Procedure:

All current internal and external applicants must submit an online application. To apply, go to: http://www.applitrack.com/hartford/onlineapp/ OR go to www.hartfordschools.org and follow the appropriate link.

Position Subject to Available Funding

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiactive Action Employer, M/F/V/D