STAFF ASSISTANT – HIGH SCHOOL

South Kitsap School District; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

South Kitsap School District's Port Orchard High School seeks a Counseling/Guidance Assistant to support the guidance office, manage records, and assist students, families, and staff with information and scheduling.

The position is classified, hourly, with an 8-hour day and a 193-day schedule plus 11 holidays (204 days total). Starting immediately with a wage of $29.70–$33.57 per hour.

Qualifications

• SKILLS are required to perform single tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• KNOWLEDGE includes basic math and written procedures; ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist administration, staff, students, parents, and community by distributing counseling information and supporting documents.
• Compile data from sources for reports or requests.
• Maintain counseling records and appointment information.
• Supervise students, volunteers, and student assistants.
• Prepare documents and correspondence for guidance services.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and community.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

COUNSELING/GUIDANCE ASSISTANT – HIGH SCHOOL

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967755

Application Deadline: Oct 28, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

COUNSELING/GUIDANCE ASSISTANT – HIGH SCHOOL

Reports To:

Building Principal

Bargaining Unit:

PSE

Salary Schedule:

Schedule A-Office Professionals

Employment Type:

Classified

Salary Range:

III

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Adoption Date:

7/25/19

Hours per Day:

8.0

Revised Date:

8/30/24

Days per Year:

193 (+11 Holidays) = 204

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Purpose Statement

The job of Counseling/Guidance Assistant - High School is done for the purpose/s of providing secretarial support to school site staff; establishing and maintaining records; compiling and distributing materials and reports; and responding to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources.

Essential Functions

• Assist administration, staff, students, parents, and community by distributing a wide variety of counseling department and students services information for the purpose of providing accurate and timely information, communication, and supporting documents;
• Compiles data from a variety of sources for the purpose of preparing reports or processing requests;
• Maintains records (e.g. counseling files, student forms, applications, and appointment information, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, materials, records, and documentation;
• Oversees students, student assistants, and volunteers for the purpose of providing supervision or direction in work student/volunteer work assignments;
• Prepares documents (e.g. materials, reports, and correspondence, etc.) for the purpose of communicating and documenting information regarding guidance services;
• Responds to requests from staff, students, parents, and community (e.g. school schedule information, enrollment procedures, student activity information, and counselor schedules, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Other Functions

• Attends meetings and trainings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions;
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: business telephone etiquette.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; displaying tact and courtesy; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; being attentive to detail; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing. job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Education (Preferred):

Education (Minimum): High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

None Specified

Certificates and Licenses

Valid Washington State Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ./Training

None Specified

Clearances

Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint

Background Clearance

Other Requirements:

• Completed online application (with supporting documents)

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, please visit SEBB and SEBB Enrollment Guide or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at [phone] or [e-mail] .

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $29.70 to $33.57 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sadie Hoettel
• 2689 Hoover Ave. SE
• Port Orchard, Washington 98366
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:

Will Sarett,
Executive Director of Human Resources
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7071
[e-mail]

Section 504 Coordinator:

Eric Nerison

Executive Director of Student Support

2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-443-7062

[e-mail]

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:

Monica Zuber,
Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7003
[e-mail]

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at [phone].

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.