Part-Time Administrative Secretary, GEAR UP

Jackson Public Schools MS; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson Public Schools MS invites applications for the part-time Secretary (GEAR UP) serving in Mississippi. Immediate starting date.

The role supports the GEAR UP partnership and requires strong secretarial skills and discretion. Responsibilities include typing, proofreading, word processing, managing multiple office tasks, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with principals, teachers, parents, and the public.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education with training in secretarial skills.
• Strong public relations skills.
• Ability to handle multiple office assignments.
• Typing proficiency (40 wpm) and proofreading tests.
• Proficiency in word processing software.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Loyalty and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Types correspondence including memoranda, letters, and reports; answers and directs telephone calls from principals, teachers, parents, and the general public; responds to complaints and requests for information; processes incoming requests for information and assistance.
• Collects and prepares payroll information; processes forms and internal paperwork; types and copies forms, reports, and other documents; prepares special reports related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Requisitions supplies and materials; maintains inventory of supplies and materials; prepares, files, and records documents related to purchases for assigned area of responsibility.
• Maintains accurate and complete records and reports; coordinates activities with other departments, schools, the public, and outside agencies.
• Operates a variety of office equipment including photocopiers, facsimile machines, and computers; inputs and retrieves data and text; organizes and maintains disk storage and filing.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Proofreading

Word processing

Computer skills

Public relations

Multitasking

Discretion

Oral & Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jackson Public Schools MS invites applications for the part-time Secretary (GEAR UP) serving in Mississippi. Immediate starting date.

The role supports the GEAR UP partnership and requires strong secretarial skills and discretion. Responsibilities include typing, proofreading, word processing, managing multiple office tasks, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with principals, teachers, parents, and the public.