Secretary, Part Time (GEAR UP)

Jackson Public Schools MS; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 24,797,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson Public Schools MS invites applications for the part-time Secretary (GEAR UP) serving in Mississippi. Immediate starting date.

The role supports the GEAR UP partnership and requires strong secretarial skills and discretion. Responsibilities include typing, proofreading, word processing, managing multiple office tasks, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with principals, teachers, parents, and the public.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education with training in secretarial skills.
• Strong public relations skills.
• Ability to handle multiple office assignments.
• Typing proficiency (40 wpm) and proofreading tests.
• Proficiency in word processing software.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Loyalty and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Types correspondence including memoranda, letters, and reports; answers and directs telephone calls from principals, teachers, parents, and the general public; responds to complaints and requests for information; processes incoming requests for information and assistance.
• Collects and prepares payroll information; processes forms and internal paperwork; types and copies forms, reports, and other documents; prepares special reports related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Requisitions supplies and materials; maintains inventory of supplies and materials; prepares, files, and records documents related to purchases for assigned area of responsibility.
• Maintains accurate and complete records and reports; coordinates activities with other departments, schools, the public, and outside agencies.
• Operates a variety of office equipment including photocopiers, facsimile machines, and computers; inputs and retrieves data and text; organizes and maintains disk storage and filing.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Proofreading

Word processing

Computer skills

Public relations

Multitasking

Discretion

Oral & Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Secretary, Part Time (GEAR UP)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5632516
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Note: This position is a seven-year grant and is federally funded through the Gaining Early Awareness & Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) Partnership Grant (CFDA #84.334A) and is subject to audits by the federal government.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education with further training in secretarial skills
• Strong public relations skills
• Ability to handle multiple office assignments
• Proficiency in typing
• Must be able to pass a typing (40 wpm) and proofreading test
• Computer and word processing skills
• Must demonstrate proficiency in word processing software
• Proficiency in oral and written communication
• Loyalty and discretion

Reports To

Coordinator/Supervisor/Director

Supervises

N/A

Job Goal

To insure the smooth and efficient operation of the department.

Essential Functions

• Types correspondence including memoranda, letters, and reports; answers and directs telephone calls from principals, teachers, parents, and the general public; responds to complaints and requests for information; processes incoming requests for information and assistance
• Collects and prepares payroll information; processes forms and internal paperwork; types and copies forms, reports, and other documents; prepares special reports related to assigned area of responsibility
• Requisitions supplies and materials; maintains inventory of supplies and materials; prepares, files, and records documents related to purchases for assigned area of responsibility
• Maintains accurate and complete records and reports; coordinates activities with other departments, schools, the public, and outside agencies
• Operates a variety of office equipment including photocopiers, facsimile machines, and computers; inputs and retrieves data and text; organizes and maintains disk storage and filing
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Salary Information

Classification:

Secretary (GEAR UP), Part Time

Scale:

Classified

Grade:

B

Days Employed:

Part Time Status Only

Hourly Rate:

$14.00 (Maximum annual amount of $18,000); 19 hours per week

Overtime:

Non-exempt

Position Type: Part-Time