School Office Admin & Front Desk Specialist

Fairfax County Public Schools; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 430,000 - 744,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Public Schools is seeking an office assistant to support school operations, including answering information requests, maintaining records, and preparing documents. The role involves general clerical tasks and front-desk duties to help school staff run efficiently.

You will handle phones, greet visitors, process mail, update files, and assist with attendance records, schedules, and supplies. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential for effective collaboration with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some experience in general office administration or customer service.
• Ability to learn and use office software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with diverse communities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of assigned general office duties.
• Receives telephone calls and visitors at the assigned school.
• Responds to questions and basic information requests and routes as needed.
• Assists other employees to accomplish tasks or projects.
• Compiles and distributes information.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, and form letters.
• Maintains and updates files, records, and logs.
• Uses computer applications and peripheral equipment to complete tasks.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Maintains and submits time and attendance information.
• May schedule appointments, conferences, or meetings.
• May keep calendars.
• Provides general assistance to administrators and teachers.

Skills

Customer service

Communication (oral/written)

Confidentiality

Tech proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fairfax County Public Schools is seeking an office assistant to support school operations, including answering information requests, maintaining records, and preparing documents. The role involves general clerical tasks and front-desk duties to help school staff run efficiently.

You will handle phones, greet visitors, process mail, update files, and assist with attendance records, schedules, and supplies. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential for effective collaboration with