Keyboard Specialist

North Colonie Central School District; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

North Colonie Central School District is seeking a Keyboard Specialist to support the Pupil Services team. Responsibilities include preparing documents, distributing materials, and assisting with CSE meetings.

The role is a HELP Program designation with a 10-month, 37.5-hour workweek and a salary of $34,022. Travel between schools may be required as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Written or oral instructions must be followed accurately.
• Proficiency with Word processing and basic software.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups and staff.
• Ability to report to supervisor as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with copying and distribution of documents and materials for staff and students.
• Maintain documents, files, and records for easy reference.
• Answer telephone calls and provide information to callers.
• Distribute incoming mail appropriately.
• Maintain inventories of supplies and materials.
• Assist with CSE/PST as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Written/oral instructions

Word processing

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Clerical experience preferred

Tools

Word

Job description

260914-01Keyboard Specialist/Forts FerryCandidates will not have to take an exam for this title. This is a Hiring Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program-designated title. The HELP Program is a temporary program designed to help local government employers address current staffing issues. Traditionally, the titles filled under the HELP Program required job candidates to compete in a competitive exam to be considered for employment. For the duration of the program, this title will be classified as non-competitive and categorized as a "HELP Program" position. At the close of the program, this position will revert to competitive class status. Employees occupying positions filled through the HELP Program will be granted competitive class status without the need to participate in a competitive examSupporting Pupil Services Team, preparing documents, communicating with parents and attending CSE meetings, and other clerical and office duties as assigned by the school principal.

10 mo

37.5 hr/wk

Salary: $34,022

Available September 20269/24/2026

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with the copying and distribution of documents and other materials (e.g., correspondence, bulletins, reports) for administrative, instructional and clerical staff.
• Assists in maintaining documents, files and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference.
• Assists with answering telephone calls, and provide information and assistance to callers.
• Assists in distributing incoming mail appropriately.
• Assists in maintaining inventories of supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring items' availability.
• Assist with CSE/ PST

Additional Duties

Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Work in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior successful clerical experience preferred.

FLSA Status

Non-exempt