SECRETARY- 10 MONTH

Lawton Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawton Public Schools in Edison Elementary seeks a dedicated Secretary for a 10-month position. You will perform a range of clerical duties, manage confidential information, and support staff and parents with courteous service.

Strong math, communication, and computer skills are essential for handling complex documents and daily operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be able to work independently, and handle multiple projects with accuracy in a fast-paced school

Qualifications

• High school transcript or equivalent.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage changing priorities.
• Ability to deal courteously with parents and staff.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong oral and written communication; basic math and document composition.
• Knowledge of accounting/bookkeeping concepts and standard office procedures.
• Proficiency with common office software and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high school level office procedures and confidentiality.
• Type, spell, and grammar checks; accurate record-keeping.
• Work as part of a team; follow instructions from several staff members.
• Handle multiple assignments concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Operate office machines and use spreadsheets/word processing templates.

Skills

Independent judgment

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication skills

Basic math

Bookkeeping basics

Office software

Word processing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Templates

Accounting software

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Secretarial/ SECRETARY 10 MONTHS
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Location: Edison Elementary
• Closing Date: Open until filled

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Education:
  • High School transcript or equivalent.
• Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment in all aspects of the position and to deal with changing priorities.
  • Ability to deal effectively and courteously with parents and school system employees.
  • Manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively in stressful situations.
  • Extensive oral and written communication skills necessary.
  • Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent's and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
  • Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: accounting/bookkeeping principles and practices; business telephone etiquette; standard office machines; basic computer applications; and office methods and practices.
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Specific Training/Skills:

• Job skills are required to perform tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the job are job related software
• Considerable knowledge of computer skills including charts, spreadsheets, complex word processing and templates.

Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to the following situations may range from remote to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.
• Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving light work-related supplies/equipment, frequent stooping kneeling, crouching and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
• Duties require using a computer keyboard and monitor, standing, reaching, bending, crouching and/or kneeling.

Experience:

Previous office procedures in a school setting is desirable, but not required.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• High school transcript or GED
• Must possess good typing, bookkeeping, spelling and grammar skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Be self-motivated, able to work on several projects concurrently.
• Be able to follow instructions and follow through on assignments given by several staff members.
• Be able to protect the confidentiality of information pertaining to students, staff and program matters as appropriate.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment.
• Ability to react resourcefully to varying conditions.
• Courteous attitude, even disposition, patience and knowledge of telephone etiquette.
• Good computer and organizational skills, knowledge of office machines and equipment.
• Ability to work indipendently.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

FULL-TIME, PERMANENT