Administrative Asst. I (Nenana Student Living Center)

Administrative Assistant I (Nenana Student Living Center)Nenana City School District $21.44 - $23.23 hourly Apr 14, 2026 Admin-Clerical Full time REPORTS TO: Program Administrator DATE OF DESCRIPTION: September 7, 2006 JOB CLASSIFICATION: Grade I SKILL CLASSIFICATION: Administrative Assistant NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB: To effectively and efficiently provide office support to a Department under the direction of an administrator or lead teacher. To provide general office support including but not limited to preparing correspondence, copying, filing, greeting patrons and meeting their needs. Present a professional, competent, and friendly image. This position provides support for programs and offices that are not a traditional school office. EXPERIENCE: Previous experience in a "production" office environment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Demonstrate punctuality, regular work attendance and consistency in work habits. 2. Demonstrate appropriate safety precautions. 3. Contribute to positive, collegial staff relationships. 4. Maintain an inviting office that is professional in appearance and function. 5. Present a personal professional appearance. 6. Establish, organize and maintain an appropriate filing system. 7. Maintain office equipment 8. Make travel arrangements as needed. 9. Prepare and maintain records as appropriate to the office function. 10. Respond to incoming telephone calls and office visitors. 11. Respond to and/or process e-mail and USPS correspondence. 12. Typing and production functions: a. General correspondence b. Preparation, production, copying and distribution of materials c. Preparation of purchase orders d. Maintain accurate accounting records e. Prepare necessary forms f. Prepare, copy and produce the staff handbook, student handbook, curriculum handbook, newsletter or similar materials g. Take notes and prepare minutes of meetings, discussions, etc. as needed h. Prepare other materials as requested 13. Organize and maintain office calendar (weekly, monthly, quarterly) 14. Organize, order and maintain necessary office supplies 15. Collect and organize timesheets or employee payment/reimbursement forms for signature as needed 16. Contact parents, staff, other agencies or individuals as needed 17. Establish process for securing substitutes for NCS classified and certified staff members when required during the school year, maintain substitute calendar. 18. Manage NCS parent notifications/letters through USPS (hard copy) and Apptegy (online). 19. Cursory knowledge of the NCS PowerSchool system will be required to locate students throughout the school day, as well as adding limited data to the PS system such as student emails, parent contact, attendance reports, etc. 20. Maintain confidentiality of District, staff, and student information 21. Prepare and maintain federal and state records and reports 22. Manage & secure NCS school credit cards as required, as well as monthly reconciliation reports. 23. Submit NCS purchase requisitions through Tyler as required by supervisor. 24. Demonstrate initiative and creativity. 25. Perform other office and district support tasks as assigned by the Director or Principal POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: 1. An "office professional or office support" AA degree or equivalent in training or experience 2. Minimum of one year of office support or related experience preferred. 3. Experience in a school setting preferred. 4. Demonstrated accuracy in spelling, grammar, and letter writing skills 5. Demonstrated initiative and exceptional public relations/interpersonal relations skills 6. Demonstrated computer skills, specifically in Word Processing, Use of Spreadsheets, Creation and use of Data Bases, Desktop Publishing 7. Demonstrated ability to think clearly and calculate accurately 8. Exceptional organizational skills 9. Exceptional telephone skills 10. Ability to work with people of various personality types (Flexibility) 11. Possess and demonstrate sound emotional judgment 12. Ability to follow and successfully complete written and oral directions EQUIPMENT USED: Computer LCD projector Telephone SmartBoard Labeler Copier Paper Cutter Audio/Visual Equipment (DVD player, television, VCR, etc.) PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. Finger strength required to type effectively on a computer keyboard 2. Finger, hand and arm strength necessary to write on paper, whiteboard, overhead projector sheets, etc. throughout the workday. 3. Visual acuity and stamina to work at a computer monitor 4. Lower body strength to kneel, stand, and walk throughout the workday. 5. Upper body strength to correctly lift up to 25 pounds and carry more than 50 feet. 6. Verbal stamina to articulate clearly and with appropriate volume throughout the workday. 7. Auditory discrimination sufficient to receive detailed information through normal speech at 5 feet and warning cries or alarms above normal levels. ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: 1. Occasional exposure to cold outside temperatures 2. Occasional exposure to office related cleaning chemicals, glues, paints, etc. -EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION- Accepting International Visa Applicants?No Start DateJul 01, 2026 About Vision: To be the exemplary rural Alaskan district that is flexible and responsive to the needs of students while developing academic and personal excellence. Mission: To provide an innovative education, using trauma-engaged techniques and relevant activities promoting problem-solving and citizenship, that empowers each student to achieve their highest potential. The Nenana City School District is located in Nenana, Alaska. We are 55 miles south of Fairbanks and 300 miles north of Anchorage on the Parks Highway. The City of Nenana is positioned at the confluence where the Nenana River enters the Tanana River. On average, our district serves 200 K-12 students at the Nenana City School and 1700 correspondence students through the CyberLynx K-12 program, with satellite offices in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Wasilla. The Nenana Student Living Center (boarding facility) is home to up to 120 high school students who come from all over Alaska to attend Nenana City School. Please see the Nenana Student Living Center and CyberLynx pages for more information on these programs. Nenana is also home to the Nenana Ice Classic, a longstanding Alaskan tradition. Nenana City School District is privileged to have an outstanding and experienced staff. The District has a strong record of academic and vocational education success. Staff takes seriously the mission of providing the best possible education to prepare youth for advancement in today's complex world. District Profile