District Operations Specialist

Young World Physical Education; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in New Braunfels, Texas, seeks an Accounting Specialist to support the Construction and Planning department. Responsibilities include managing all accounting tasks, handling correspondence, and maintaining documentation.

The ideal candidate will have an accounting degree or equivalent experience, clerical experience in education, and strong skills in computer software including Microsoft Office. Attention to detail and confidentiality are vital.

Qualifications

• Three years of clerical/office experience, preferably in a public education environment.
• Accounting or bookkeeping experience is required.
• Experience in a public education environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all Department accounting, including bond program purchase orders and invoicing.
• Answer incoming calls and take reliable messages.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and documents.
• Create, proofread, copy, and distribute correspondence for the Department.
• Order supplies for the department.
• Prepare monthly budget and expense reports for the department.
• Assist administrators on projects as needed.

Skills

Typing skills

Word processing

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Ability to learn programs

Education

Accounting Degree or Equivalent Experience

College Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Pro

Microsoft Publisher

District Accounting Software

Job description

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

Primary Purpose

To act as the accounting specialist for the Construction and Planning department, providing clerical services, managing office activities and records retention.

Education / Certification

• Accounting Degree or Equivalent Experience Preferred
• College Diploma Preferred

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Proficient skills in typing, word processing, and file maintenance.
• Ability to keep confidential information.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to deal with the general public.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, word processing, PowerPoint (including Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro, Microsoft Publisher, and District Accounting Software).
• Ability to quickly learn new programs.
• General understanding of school bond programs.

Experience / Other Requirements

• Three years of clerical/office experience, preferably in a public education environment.
• Accounting or bookkeeping experience is required.
• Experience in a public education environment is preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for all Department accounting, including bond program purchase orders and invoicing.
• Answer incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and other documents to Department staff.
• Create, proofread, copy, file, and distribute all correspondence for the Department, including memos, letters, and official documents.
• Order supplies for the department.
• Prepare monthly budget and expense reports for the department.
• Assist administrators on projects as needed.
• Communicate changes in policies and procedures.
• Keep all assigned files, documentation, and forms current.
• Schedule appointments for department administrators.
• Maintain district records, adhering to all policies and learning the records retention schedule for departmental records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

• Computer, scanner, calculator, copiers, and fax machines.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1404 IH 35 North
• New Braunfels, Texas 78130
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]