Typist (School Counselor)

Shenschools; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenendehowa Central School District is seeking a Typist for the Counseling Center. The position supports students, staff, and visitors, handles appointment scheduling, and processes transcripts and working papers in a busy school office.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 2 years of office experience, strong Microsoft Office and Google Workspace skills, and the ability to multitask with tact and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years office experience.
• Ability to learn new technology and adapt to changes.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
• Exhibits good judgment, tact and courtesy.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support student, staff and visitors.
• Answer phones and schedule appointments for counselors, students and parents.
• Issue working papers, process transcript requests and other related office duties.
• Maintain student folders.
• Managing Junior and Senior Awards including reviews and applicant processing.
• Publish the Shen Scholarship Newsletter by researching and confirming scholarships.
• Process completed scholarship applications and related inquiries.
• Assist with the underclassmen awards.
• Manage office budget.
• Strong background in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Ability to multitask in a very busy office environment.
• High level of organizational and time management skills.
• Work collaboratively with office staff and other district employees.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Multitasking

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Typist (Counseling Center)

High School East

8 hrs/day, 10mos/year, Group C

Shenendehowa Central School District has an anticipated vacancy and is now accepting applications. The District is seeking culturally proficient individuals who actively foster an engaging environment where students can develop confidence in their own success consistent with the Shenendehowa Profiles.

Job Responsibilities

• Greet and support student, staff and visitors;
• Answer phones and schedule appointments for counselors, stude nts and parents;
• Issue working papers, process transcript requests and other related office duties;
• Maintain student folders;
• Managing Junior and Senior Awards including reviews and applicant processing;
• Publish the Shen Scholarship Newsletter by researching and confirming scholarships;
• Process completed scholarship applications and related inquiries;
• Assist with the underclassmen awards;
• Manage office budget;
• Strong background in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace;
• Ability to multitask in a very busy office environment;
• High level of organizational and time management skills;
• Work collaboratively with office staff and other district employees;
• Additional duties as required.

Compensation & Benefits

Step 1 ($22.44/hr) - Step 7 ($29.18/hr)

CSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

Certifications/Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED) and 2 years office experience with aptitude for learning new technology. Ability to embrace change, establish and maintain good working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administration. Exhibits good judgment, mental alertness, tact and courtesy. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite required. Experience with time and attendance, bookkeeping, and Student Information Systems, preferred. Physical condition commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.

Application Deadline – October 19, 2026

This position is part of the New York State Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NYS HELPs). No examination is required. All interested applicants that meet the minimum civil service qualifications of a Typist may apply.

Anticipated Start Date – October 24, 2026

For more information, please visit our website at www.shenschools.org.

Shenendehowa Central School District is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.