Secretary to Principal (Bookkeeper) FT

POSITION: Secretary to School PrincipalDESCRIPTIONThis is experienced secretarial work of a confidential nature. An employee in this class, with direction from the Principal or designated Assistant Principal, manages the main office of a school and renders clerical assistance to the Principal and other members of the management staff. Performance is evaluated periodically.This position requires a high degree of accuracy, accountability, attention to detail, and confidentiality. Work is reviewed periodically for accuracy and conformance with general instructions by the Principal or designated school administrator.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSPerforms general secretarial tasks, including but not limited to producing letters, reports, memorandums, etc. via the computerMakes photocopies, files, distributes mail, etc.Answers telephone communications and record accurate messagesCommunicates in a positive and effective manner with staff, administration, students, parents and/or visitorsPerforming other duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to prepare and type correspondenceKnowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, grammar, and office proceduresKnowledge of record-keeping methodsKnowledge of alpha-numeric filing systemsKnowledge of inventory control methodsKnowledge of methods commonly used in the training for acquiring clerical skillsAbility to demonstrate strong human relations skillsAbility to have strong, positive communication and interaction skills when dealing with co-workers, students, administrators, parents and/or the communityKnowledge and proficiency in the use of computers and various word processing, database, and spreadsheet programsKnowledge and proficiency in the use of other office equipmentAbility to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral formAbility to perform clerical dutiesAbility to be flexible and adaptable in a variety of situationsAbility to remain calm under trying circumstancesAbility to work with frequent interruptionsAbility to maintain various organizational systems needed at the schoolAbility to make basic math computations quickly and accuratelyAbility to maintain efficient office procedures and a system for keeping track of requested actions and reportsAbility to type from a rough draft at a moderate rate of speedAbility to meet timelinesAbility to perform multiple tasksAbility to show proficiency in clerical skills.Perform other duties as assigned.MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCEHigh school graduate or equivalent, and three years of general office experience of a clerical natureA combination of education and experience to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities cited above.REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATESNoneOTHER DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSExperience working in a school setting.Twiggs County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.