Secretary, Finance 11-month

Polkschoolsfl; Dundee (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package: medical, dental

No-cost employee health clinics

Paid holidays and leave time

Flexible work options for some roles

Professional growth and development

Mentoring and support networks

Job summary

Polk County Schools is seeking a Secretary, Finance for an 11-month term in Dundee, FL. The role supports building-level financial operations, budget maintenance, and activity accounts under the district's finance office guidelines.

The incumbent will handle deposits, expenditures, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures. The position requires a high school diploma or GED with clerical/secretarial experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED, clerical/secretarial experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures and office practices.
• Ability to type at prescribed speed and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Enters financial data into district records and maintains record-keeping accuracy.
• Assists in compiling and revising financial reports.
• Maintains records for computer/technology issues and incidents.
• Collects fees, processes deposits, and handles payments for events and activities.
• Secures office daily and safeguards monies, equipment, and facilities.
• Supports in trainings and special projects as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing speed

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Location (Short): Dundee, FL, USA, 33838

Status: Open

Posting End Date: 10/30/26

Salary Grade: Education Support Personnel Secretaries

Position Title

Secretary, Finance 11-month

Custom Job Purpose

This position performs, under supervision, specific duties associated with each building's financial operation. This includes maintaining the building budget, student activity accounts within the guidelines set by the school district's finance office, coordinating and monitoring financial information including deposits and expenditures; and providing information and/or direction as may be requested by assigned building administrators.

Essential Functions of this Job

Performs clerical and record keeping functions that involve significant detail, attention to accuracy and precision in performing the tasks in the prescribed manner required.

a) Enters financial data into records either hard copy of data files/records in District computer files/records.

b) Assists in compiling, researching information, and assists in revising/modifying financial reports.

c) Maintains records for computer/technology incidents.

d) Secures main office daily; turns off equipment, secures monies, secures windows and doors.

Collects fees or monies for various program/building events.

a) Processes yearbook orders

b) Prepares deposit receipts for the district office.

c) Prepare invoices for overdue materials.

d) Collects and processes payments for registration fees, parking passes, activity passes and yearbooks.

e) Collects and processes payments, refunds, and paperwork for computer/technology distribution and maintenance and parking passes.

f) Collect and process payments for various building departments.

Maintains and shares level of professional expertise

a) Attends training sessions, district in-services or staff meetings.

b) Assists in special projects, as appropriate.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or completion of GED, clerical, and secretarial office experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the operation and program of the school. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, grammar, spelling, and business correspondence. Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures. Ability to exercise independent judgment. Ability to deal effectively and courteously with students, school personnel, and the general public. Ability to type at a prescribed rate of speed. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires sitting and some standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

No matter your role, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to student success and employee well-being.

Looking for perks? We've got you covered.

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• No-cost employee health clinics
• Paid holidays and leave time
• Flexible work options for some roles
• Professional growth and development
• Access to mentoring and support networks

Why work with Polk County Schools?

From IT to operations, everyone plays a role in student success.

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