School Office Secretary & Records Specialist

Howard County Public School System; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Howard County Public School System is seeking a school-based clerical/secretarial professional to support staff with confidential administrative tasks. The role requires basic office experience, a high school diploma (or equivalent), and the ability to type and manage records accurately.

Preferred candidates have experience with Microsoft Office and working in a school setting. The job operates as a 10-month position within the HCEA-ESP unit, with salary steps defined by the salary scale and

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; transcripts required.
• Experience: One year of general office experience; keyboarding ability.
• Associates degree or 60 credits may substitute for experience; official transcript required.
• Preferred: experience with Microsoft Office database applications; school setting experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general secretarial tasks: typing, filing, records, mail distribution.
• Answer telephone, record messages, and communicate with staff, students, parents, visitors.
• Type letters, reports, forms, bulletins, newsletters; prepare curricular materials.
• Maintain student data, attendance and registration records; operate office equipment.
• Publish weekly newsletters; manage office supplies and inventories.
• Assist with registration of new students and field trip planning.
• Supervise student aides and support substitute scheduling.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure timely completion of tasks.

Skills

General office experience

Typing speed

Communication with staff

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 credits

Official college transcript

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Howard County Public School System is seeking a school-based clerical/secretarial professional to support staff with confidential administrative tasks. The role requires basic office experience, a high school diploma (or equivalent), and the ability to type and manage records accurately.

Preferred candidates have experience with Microsoft Office and working in a school setting. The job operates as a 10-month position within the HCEA-ESP unit, with salary steps defined by the salary scale and