SECRETARY

Harmony Public Schools; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony School of Innovation - Euless (K-5) is seeking a secretary to support daily office operations, maintain confidentiality, and assist staff, students, and parents. The role involves payroll assistance, purchase orders, and general clerical duties at a busy campus in the Dallas area.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of secretarial experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a secretary preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in staff and school matters.
• Proficient with computer software, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality regarding staff and school matters and coordinates office operations.
• Receipt, deposit and disburse internal account funds.
• Assist in preparing purchase orders for school budgeted purchases.
• Provides assistance to students, parents, teachers, and visitors; orders supplies and disseminates materials.
• Prepares and submits payments and reports as required.
• Assist with payroll as required and call substitute teachers under the Principal's direction.

Skills

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Office operations

Data entry & payroll support

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Database software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Job description

Harmony School of Innovation - Euless (K-5)

City

Posted

2026-10-26

Job Description

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a secretary is preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains confidentiality regarding staff and school related issues. Communicates with other building administrators and staff per principal directive. Coordinates office operations. Resolves most questions and problems, and refers the most complex issues to higher levels.
• Receipt, deposit and disburse internal account funds.
• Assist in preparing purchase orders for all purchases made through school budgeted funds.
• Provides assistance to students, parents, teachers, and visitors. Writes permits for students, orders supplies for classroom teachers. Disseminates and maintains office supplies and materials.
• Prepares and submits payment for purchases as required.
• Prepares and submits all reports as required.
• Assist with payroll as required.
• Responsible, at the direction of the Principal, for calling substitute teachers.
• Performs the usual office routines and practices associated with a busy, productive and smoothly run office.
• Maintain records of both students and staff, as required.
• Use effective, positive interpersonal communication skills.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to organize special programs for assigned campus.
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
• Ability to analyze data
• Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.
• Moderate travel is required.

COMPENSATION: Pay varies by location, experience, and certification status. See our Salary Schedules for details.