Immediate: School Secretary I, Glenallan ES, 8hrs/10mo, Ad closes 10/29/26

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks an elementary School Secretary I at Glenallan Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD. This 8‑hour/10‑month position handles registrar duties, attendance, phone coverage and word processing to support daily school operations.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, with at least one year of clerical experience. Proficiency in word processing and MCPS databases (OASIS, OSS, SIMS) is valued, and bilingual Spanish/English skills are important.

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma required.
• One year experience in responsible clerical/secretarial work in a busy office environment.
• Experience with MCPS databases (OASIS, OSS, SIMS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain attendance records and report data.
• Answer phones and take messages; type reports.
• Photocopy and assemble materials; maintain files.
• Communicate with staff, parents, students and community members.

Skills

Spanish/English bilingual

Communication skills

Word processing

Database skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

OASIS

OSS

SIMS

Job description

Job Description - Immediate: School Secretary I, Glenallan ES, 8hrs/10mo, Ad closes 10/29/26 (260072I)

Job Description

Immediate: School Secretary I, Glenallan ES, 8hrs/10mo, Ad closes 10/29/26

Job Specific Information : This is an elementary secretary position that includes roles as registrar/attendance.Spanish/English bi-lingual skill set is important.The wage range for this position is between $23.42 and $33.53 per hour, based on years of service. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:
Under general supervision, performs general office work in a school. The work of the class consists of varied general office duties involving skilled operation of office equipment, standard office procedures and responsible contacts with students, parents and others. Workers maintain and report attendance, type reports, answer phones and take messages, photocopy and assemble materials, and maintain files. The work requires prior office clerical experience and the ability to acquire word processing skills. Fully experienced workers use initiative and independent judgment to follow through on matters to see that assigned tasks and activities are completed.Physical Demands:Designated positions may require the sustained operation of keyboard devices.Special Requirements:

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Working knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic. Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures and to apply these to work problems. Ability to maintain clerical records and prepare routine reports from such records. Ability to maintain good relationships with the general public. Ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents, students, members of the community and others. Skill in the operation of a typewriter, and of a computer terminal to perform word-processing or data system tasks. Excellent human relations skills. Computer skills including word processing and database required, and experience with existing MCPS databases including: OASIS, OSS, SIMS, etc.. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education Training Experience:
High School or GED diploma required. One year experience in performing responsible clerical and secretarial work in a busy office environment. Other combinations of education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:None

Job

Job Grade : 12 Senior Qualified

Organization

Glenallan Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months : 10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Oct 20, 2026, 5:26:57 PM - Oct 30, 2026, 3:59:00 AM