School Office & Bookkeeping Assistant

Hartford Public Schools; Hartford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Public Schools seeks an Office Assistant to support the McDonough Middle School with confidential clerical duties. Responsibilities include receptionist tasks, basic bookkeeping, phone screening, and document processing.

Training in computer skills is available during work hours, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong English grammar, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices as needed.
• Proficient with modern office procedures, equipment and software.
• Ability to follow rules, regulations and departmental policy.
• Able to establish and maintain effective staff relationships.
• Strong grammar, spelling and letter form in Standard English.
• High school diploma or GED with business courses preferred.
• Ability to work under stress and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform general receptionist duties in a school setting.
• Handle general bookkeeping tasks and attend to clerical needs.
• Answer telephones and screen calls.
• Attend computer and job skills training as requested.
• Photocopy and collate materials.
• Maintain attendance sheets and type memos.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping basics

Office software

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Business courses helpful

Tools

Microsoft Windows/Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Hartford Public Schools seeks an Office Assistant to support the McDonough Middle School with confidential clerical duties. Responsibilities include receptionist tasks, basic bookkeeping, phone screening, and document processing.

Training in computer skills is available during work hours, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong English grammar, and the ability to work under pressure.