Office Clerk - Lincoln

Des Moines Public School District; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range $17.27–$21.97 per hour

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District is seeking an Office Clerk for Lincoln High in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves phone reception, mail handling, basic clerical duties, and supporting office workflow in a school setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and strong communication and confidentiality skills. It is a non-exempt, full-time role reporting to the Building Administrator, with a typical 7.5-hour day and 215 or 260 calendar

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, HiSET or GED.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; strong customer service and communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and attend work regularly and on time.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls and take messages.
• Sort and deliver incoming mail and faxes; maintain postage machine upkeep.
• Make copies for office and staff; update teacher substitute folders.
• Order supplies for the main office and related spaces.
• Run reports as scheduled or requested; maintain staff directories.
• Copy and distribute weekly staff bulletins; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office Suite

Confidentiality

Attendance/punctuality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma, HiSET, or G.E.D

Job description

Office Clerk - Lincoln

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928393
Application Deadline: Sep 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: Office Clerk

CLASSIFICATION: CLER

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, HiSET, or G.E.D

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.??
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Office Clerk assists with management of the office by answering telephones, greeting guests, and assisting with office duties. The essential functions?as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the district.?

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Answer incoming phone calls and take messages.
• Sort and deliver incoming mail and faxes. Maintain upkeep and orders for the postage machine.
• Make copies for office and staff; print and update teacher substitute folders.
• Order supplies for the main office, teacher’s workroom, and related office spaces and equipment.
• Run reports as scheduled or requested.
• Maintain and update documents such as program lists or staff phone list as needed.
• Copy and distribute weekly bulletins for staff.
• Other duties, as assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator

HIGHEST LEVEL SUPERVISED: NA
BARGAINING GROUP: DMEA ESP

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CALENDAR: 215 or 260 days check B+ before posting / 7.5 hour day

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

FREQUENCY:

Standing

Frequent 33% - 66%

Walking

Frequent 33% - 66%

Sitting

Frequent 33% - 66%

Bending/Stooping

Occasional 1% - 32%

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

Occasional 1%- 32%

Climbing/Stairs

Occasional 1% - 32%

Driving

Occasional 1% - 32%

Lifting (25 lbs.)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Carrying (25 feet)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone

Frequent 33% - 66%

Computer

Frequent 33% - 66%

Other

Occasional 1% - 32%

Working Conditions

Inside

Constant 67%+

Outside

Occasional 1% - 32%

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

Occasional 1% - 32%

The Des Moines Independent Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions, concerns or a complaint related to this policy, please contact Carol Wynn-Green,2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone: [phone]; email: [e-mail]. Complaints can also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission,400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319-1004, [phone], or Region VII Office for Civil Rights, Citigroup Center 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475 Chicago, IL 60661-4544.

Employee Benefits Information

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By: 05/13/2026

Date: Bryce Amos

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $17.27 to $21.97 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Support Staff > Receptionist

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brenda Boten , Human Resources Coordinator
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Des Moines, Iowa 50309
• Email: [e-mail]