Part-Time School Office Assistant & Receptionist

UNASSIGNED; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Portage Township Schools in Portage, Indiana, is seeking a part-time clerical assistant to support daily office operations. The role includes managing the reception area, coordinating workflow, handling mail, and maintaining professional communications within the district.

The position requires knowledge of clerical procedures, basic office management, and strong written communication skills. This non-exempt, hourly role reports to the School Principal and is based at the Portage district office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clerical and administrative procedures and systems such as filing and record keeping
• Knowledge of principles and practices of basic office management
• Effective technical and communication writing skills
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers
• Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the operations of the department
• Ability to interact with and understand group dynamics
• Ability to carry out oral and written communication with a minimum of supervision
• General knowledge of computer skills and knowledge of relevant software
• Ability and willingness to continue education and training necessary to maintain highest level of quality service and support

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational and communication link between the department staff and the district.
• Manages the reception area to ensure effective telephone and mail communications both internally and externally to maintain professional image.
• Help coordinate the work flow of the office.
• Receiving/sorting mail and other communications
• Support the departmental staff in other activities as assigned

Skills

Clerical skills

Administrative procedures

Office management

Communication writing

Confidential handling

Computer skills

Job description

Portage Township Schools in Portage, Indiana, is seeking a part-time clerical assistant to support daily office operations. The role includes managing the reception area, coordinating workflow, handling mail, and maintaining professional communications within the district.

The position requires knowledge of clerical procedures, basic office management, and strong written communication skills. This non-exempt, hourly role reports to the School Principal and is based at the Portage district office.