SY 26-27 Secretary I (Eligibility Application)

Taleo; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Philadelphia is seeking a Secretary I (Eligibility Application) to provide clerical support in Talent Administration. The role involves typing, filing, scheduling, and answering phones in a fast-paced educational environment.

Starting salary is $27,699 annually. Requirements include a high school diploma and strong office practices, with proficiency in word processing and English communication. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply via the employee portal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures and operation of standard office equipment.
• Ability to type from clear copy at a minimum speed of 40 net words per minute and use word processing software.
• Proficient English reading/writing, spelling and arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Type correspondence, reports, and various forms including accounting and fiscal statements.
• Answer telephones and route visitors; handle routine information.
• Prepare requisitions and maintain records of supplies and equipment.
• Schedule meetings for supervisors and operate copy and fax machines.
• Assemble statistical information for reports and maintain clerical records.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Office software

Clerical skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

SY 26-27 Secretary I (Eligibility Application) - (50029618)DescriptionAlong with meeting the mentioned requirements, you must also successfully pass typing test, performance test, and oral exam (formally known as \"interview\") to be considered eligible for hire. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply using their employee portal for consideration.The starting salary for this position is $27,699, annually under The Philadelphia Federation of Teachers Union salary schedule.Job SummaryProvides clerical support in an assigned office or school. Performs varied clerical tasks which include typing, filing, scheduling and answering telephones.Essential FunctionsTypes correspondence, reports, and various forms including accounting and fiscal statements.Composes and types form letters or answers to routine correspondence.Assembles statistical information for various reports.Answers telephones and personal inquiries which require knowledge of school and administrative rules, regulations and procedures; routes visitors and calls; secures and releases routine information.Operates a personal computer to perform word processing and other functions relative to assigned work.Sorts correspondence, checks, vouchers, index cards, and other materials; maintains and purges files.Posts and maintains records for personnel, payroll, equipment, pupils and other areas as needed.Prepares requisitions for and maintains records of supplies and equipment.Schedules meetings for superior or other personnel.Operates copy and fax machines.QualificationsMinimum RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of:office practices and procedures, and the operation and maintenance of standard office equipment.basic personal computer equipment and word processing functions. business English, spelling and arithmetic.Ability to: type from clear copy at a minimum speed of 40 net corrected words per minute. use a personal computer and word processing software effectively. perform moderately varied arithmetic computations and tabulations accurately with reasonable speed. maintain clerical records and prepare report forms. learn the rules and regulations of administrative or school offices. speak English and the appropriate foreign language fluently. read and write English and the appropriate foreign language fluently. establish and maintain effective working relationships.DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.Primary Location: Talent Administration (9401)Job: Non-InstructionalOrganization: The School District of Philadelphia RegularEmployee Status: Non-ManagementJob Posting: Sep 28, 2026, 2:03:41 PMUnion Affiliation: Philadelphia Federation of Teachers (PFT)Unposting Date: Ongoing