School Clerk I: Admin & Records Specialist

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Pension Plans

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a School Clerk I to perform varied clerical tasks in a large public school facility. The role includes handling correspondence, payroll processing, attendance and enrollment records, and receptionist duties at the campus level.

The incumbent will assist with file maintenance, procurement requests, and daily financial ledgers, requiring strong organization and communication skills, and the ability to work with staff, students, and families.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school (or GED) plus 1 year of clerical experience, or equivalent.
• Ability to type 45 wpm with minimal errors; proficient use of clerical software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and type original correspondence, memorandums, and reports.
• Greet visitors and route them to appropriate staff; answer phones and take messages.
• Schedule appointments for administrators and manage calendars.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Clerical office methods

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a School Clerk I to perform varied clerical tasks in a large public school facility. The role includes handling correspondence, payroll processing, attendance and enrollment records, and receptionist duties at the campus level.

The incumbent will assist with file maintenance, procurement requests, and daily financial ledgers, requiring strong organization and communication skills, and the ability to work with staff, students, and families.