School Administrative Secretary & Records Clerk

Howard County Public School System; Maryland; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard County Public School System is seeking a dedicated school-based secretary to provide confidential clerical support to staff. Responsibilities include typing, records management, mail distribution, and assisting with newsletters and reports.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, data handling, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff, students, parents, and visitors. This 10-month position offers benefits and a structured salary scale within the HCEA-ESP unit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; transcripts uploaded during submission.
• One year of general office experience required; keyboarding ability required.
• Associate degree or 60 credit hours may substitute for experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office database applications preferred.
• Experience in a school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general secretarial tasks including typing, records and logs management, photocopying, filing, and mail distribution.
• Answer telephone calls, record messages, and communicate with staff, students, parents, and visitors.
• Type letters, reports, forms, bulletins, and newsletters.
• Compile and maintain student data, attendance, and registration records.
• Operate office equipment and prepare curricular materials for teachers.
• Publish weekly newsletters and assist with scheduling and supervision tasks.

Skills

General office experience

Typing

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

Associate degree or 60 credit hours

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Howard County Public School System is seeking a dedicated school-based secretary to provide confidential clerical support to staff. Responsibilities include typing, records management, mail distribution, and assisting with newsletters and reports.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, data handling, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff, students, parents, and visitors. This 10-month position offers benefits and a structured salary scale within the HCEA-ESP unit.