School Office Specialist: Front Desk & Admin Support

Hartford Public Schools; Connecticut; On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hartford Federation of School Secretaries is seeking an Office Assistant at McDonough Middle School to handle confidential clerical work, receptionist tasks, and basic bookkeeping in a school environment.

Typical duties include answering phones, typing, photocopying, maintaining attendance, and supporting staff with administrative tasks. Requires a high school diploma or GED and knowledge of standard English grammar.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Proficient in modern office procedures and equipment.
• Ability to follow rules and regulations.
• Ability to maintain relationships with staff.
• Able to exercise tact with the public, students, and staff.
• Strong English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform general receptionist duties.
• Perform general bookkeeping duties.
• Answer telephones and screen calls.
• Attend training sessions during work hours.
• Photocopy/collate materials.
• Maintain attendance sheets.
• Type correspondence, memos and other communications.
• Perform other related clerical duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Microsoft Office

Typing

Receptionist duties

Customer service

English grammar

Arithmetic

Education

High school diploma

Business courses

Tools

Windows 97

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Hartford Federation of School Secretaries is seeking an Office Assistant at McDonough Middle School to handle confidential clerical work, receptionist tasks, and basic bookkeeping in a school environment.

Typical duties include answering phones, typing, photocopying, maintaining attendance, and supporting staff with administrative tasks. Requires a high school diploma or GED and knowledge of standard English grammar.