School Office Secretary & Admin Support

Howard County Public School System; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard County Public School System is seeking a school-based clerical/secretarial professional for 35 hours per week across Bryant Woods ES and Phelps Luck ES. The role supports staff with typing, records, communications, and student data management in a confidential environment.

The position is 10-month, non-exempt, with comprehensive benefits and an emphasis on teamwork within the school community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; must scan/upload during submission.
• One year of general office experience; keyboarding at a moderate rate.
• Associate degree or 60 credits may substitute for the required experience; transcript required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications preferred.
• School setting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs general secretarial tasks: typing, records, logs, mail distribution.
• Answers telephone and records messages; communicates with staff, students, parents, visitors.
• Types letters, reports, forms, bulletins, newsletters.
• Maintains student data, attendance and registration records.
• Operates office equipment; prepares curricular materials for teachers.
• Publishes weekly newsletters; handles supplies and inventory.
• Greet visitors and aid in student registrations and field trips.
• Assist in scheduling and supervision of substitutes; supports administrators.

Skills

Confidentiality

Keyboarding

Microsoft Office

Communication

General office duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree / 60 credit hours may substitute for experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Howard County Public School System is seeking a school-based clerical/secretarial professional for 35 hours per week across Bryant Woods ES and Phelps Luck ES. The role supports staff with typing, records, communications, and student data management in a confidential environment.

The position is 10-month, non-exempt, with comprehensive benefits and an emphasis on teamwork within the school community.