Secretary, Counselor (CTE)

McAllen High School; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen High School in McAllen, Texas seeks a Secretary, Counselor (CTE) to support the guidance office with clerical tasks, student registration, and coordinating counselor duties. The role demands strong organization, computer skills, and reliable communication with staff and students.

Responsibilities include assisting with college and scholarship applications, scheduling conferences, and maintaining records, with a clear path for growth and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficient computer skills and strong organization.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Flexible when working with adults and students; strong communication skills.
• Secretarial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform the clerical duties as related to registering and withdrawing students.
• Assist in organizing campus activities assigned to the counselor.
• Answer telephone and schedule conferences.
• Perform general office duties, such as making copies, requesting progress reports, filing, etc.
• Assist the counselor with the college and scholarship application process.
• Coordinate college/vocational school recruiter visits.
• Assist the counselor in the budget process.
• Collect fees for PSAT/AP/Credit By Exam and order materials.
• Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Skills

Computer skills

Organization

Time management

Instruction following

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the counselors in all areas to insure an orderly and efficient operation in the guidance and counseling program; responsible for cle rical and record keeping duties specifically for the Career Technical Education that assist will assist in the overall contribution of District’s student academic achievement towards post-secondary and career.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED, required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Computer skills, skills in organization and time management, ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately, and flexibility in working with adults and students, communication skills

Experience:

Secretarial experience, preferred

Days:203

Pay Grade: CT-02

Hourly Pay Range:

Minimum: $15.00

Maximum: $20.72

Note:Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform the clerical duties as related to registering and withdrawing students.

2. Assist in organizing campus activities assigned to the counselor.

3. Answer telephone and schedule conferences.

4. Perform general office duties, such as making copies, requesting progress reports, filing, etc.

5. Assist the counselor with the college and scholarship application process.

7. Assist the counselor in the budget process.

8. Collect fees for PSAT/AP/Credit By Exam and order materials.

10. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, typewriter, copier, adding machine, fax machine, printer and other office machines

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to keep up with the continuous day-to-day demands of the job

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Prolonged sitting; repetitive hand motions and use of computer; working with frequent interruptions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds such as permanent folders.

Secretary, Counselor (CTE)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5979229
Application Deadline: Nov 11, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Nov 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the counselors in all areas to insure an orderly and efficient operation in the guidance and counseling program; responsible for cle rical and record keeping duties specifically for the Career Technical Education that assist will assist in the overall contribution of District’s student academic achievement towards post-secondary and career.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED, required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Computer skills, skills in organization and time management, ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately, and flexibility in working with adults and students, communication skills

Experience:

Secretarial experience, preferred

Days:203

Pay Grade: CT-02

Hourly Pay Range:

Minimum: $15.00

Maximum: $20.72

Note:Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform the clerical duties as related to registering and withdrawing students.

2. Assist in organizing campus activities assigned to the counselor.

3. Answer telephone and schedule conferences.

4. Perform general office duties, such as making copies, requesting progress reports, filing, etc.

5. Assist the counselor with the college and scholarship application process.

6. Coordinate college/vocational school recruiter visits.

7. Assist the counselor in the budget process.

8. Collect fees for PSAT/AP/Credit By Exam and order materials.

9. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.

10. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, typewriter, copier, adding machine, fax machine, printer and other office machines

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to keep up with the continuous day-to-day demands of the job

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Prolonged sitting; repetitive hand motions and use of computer; working with frequent interruptions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds such as permanent folders.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15 to $20.72 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stephanie Friedlein , Principal
• McAllen High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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