SY26-27 Anticipated School Clerk Assistant

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 41,129 - 61,973

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Pension Plans

Competitive paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a dedicated clerical staff member for its West Side facility. The role involves a variety of clerical functions, including typing correspondence and serving as a receptionist. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and the ability to type at least 35 words per minute with minimal errors.

CPS provides comprehensive health coverage, retirement options, and competitive paid time off. Candidates will assist in daily operations and maintain school communications.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Ability to type at least 35 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors.
General clerical work experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Types correspondence as directed by the school principal.
Serves as a receptionist and directs visitors.
Receives and places telephone calls for school personnel.
Completes student registration forms and files correspondence.

Skills

Good knowledge of clerical office methods

Basic arithmetic skills

Typing skills (35 wpm)

Effective communication

Personal computer skills

Education

High school graduation or GED

Job description

Primary Location

West Side-646 N Lawndale Avenue (Laura S Ward School)

Salary Range : $41,129.95 to $61,973.83

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

Under the supervision of the school principal, performs a variety of clerical functions of average difficulty in a Chicago Public Schools facility; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Types a variety of original correspondence, using either a personal computer or typewriter, as directed by the school principal and/or the principal’s designee; opens, sorts, and distributes incoming mail and school correspondence; serves as a receptionist and greets and directs visitors to appropriate staff; schedules appointments for school administrators; receives and places telephone calls for school personnel; responds to general inquiries from students, parents and guardians and the general public concerning school operations; completes student transfer, registration, and other forms and form letters; files a variety of correspondence, reports, and records; operates basic office machines, such as photocopiers, duplicators, fax machines, and adding machines; operates intercom system; maintains office bulletin boards; may assist in maintaining and monitoring the school’s petty cash and internal account ledgers; may assist with the preparation and processing of unit payrolls; may operate personal computers and word processing equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience

Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent), and the ability to type 35 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. General clerical work experience is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill

Good knowledge of general clerical office methods, procedures, and practices; good knowledge of basic office machines and equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with school personnel, students, parents and guardians, and the general public. Good skill in basic arithmetic, good typing skills, oral and written communication skills, good personal computer skills are desirable.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice

CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs: