Secretary Clerk (11 months) (2025-2026)

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools; Nashville (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Secretary Clerk to join their team. This role is vital in ensuring smooth communication within the organization and with the public. You will be responsible for answering inquiries, providing information, and performing essential administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a passion for urban education and a commitment to excellence. Join a diverse team that values innovation and strives to make a significant impact in the community. If you have a knack for organization and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of applicable experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Answer inquiries and provide information to the public.
• Perform administrative tasks like proofreading and transcribing.
• Maintain and update filing and database systems.

Skills

Customer Service

Administrative Support

Communication Skills

Data Entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Secretary Clerk (11 Months) (2025-2026) (25002303)

Description

Secretary Clerk

Job Code: 87040
Job Family/Function: 10 - Other Support Services\Other Support
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade Ladder: MNPS Support Hourly
Pay Grade: MNPS.SCH004-H
Duration (days/year): 200/220/260
Location(s): School-Based

We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

Answers inquiries and provides information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.

What you will do

• Operates telephone to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments.
• Greets persons entering establishment, determines nature and purpose of visit, and directs or escorts them to specific destinations.
• Performs administrative support tasks, such as proofreading, transcribing handwritten information, or using computers to work with specific programs, invoices, spreadsheets, or other documents.
• Communicates with customers, employees, and other professionals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints.
• Reviews files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
• Provides information about establishment, such as location of departments, classes, or offices, employees within the organization, or services provided.
• Opens, sorts, and routes incoming mail, answers correspondence, and prepares outgoing mail.
• Maintains and updates filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Experience Qualifications

• Two years’ applicable experience Required

Equivalency
Starting At: $19.85

Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Primary Location

: Nashville-Northwest-Martin Luther King, Jr. School