Barrington High School - General Office Clerk (12 months)

Barrington High School - General Office Clerk (12 months) Barrington Public Schools Barrington High School - Barrington, Rhode Island Job Description Barrington Public Schools General Office Clerk Job Description Reports To: Building Principal Job Goal: To contribute to the efficient operation of a school office so that it can play its effective part in the education process. Qualifications: High School Diploma Skilled in the use of personal computers and various office equipment Proficient with all aspects of Google/Excel and other software applications that support school operations Administrative Assistant/clerical experience To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging. Performance Responsibilities: Maintains attendance and other student records as shall be required, also protects the confidentiality of these records. Types a variety of materials, such as letters, student records, reports, memos, purchase orders, etc., from rough drafts, general instructions or through established procedures. Acts as a receptionist, answers inquiries from the public, screens calls, and makes appointments. Performs various related office duties as assigned. Assists the administrative team. Length of Work Year: 12 months WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard to view a computer screen and to sit or stand for extended periods. Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent. EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the School Committee policy on the evaluation of non-teaching staff. Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Support Staff > Secretary Job Requirements To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging. Please use the following link to view the District Title IX webpage: https://www.barringtonschools.org/page/title-ix Per School Committee policy, all BPS staff must be fully vaccinated (COVID 19) as a condition of employment. The BPS Administration will consider and evaluate requests for exemptions from the vaccine mandate in accordance with federal and state law on a case-by-case basis. Successful candidates must show evidence of achieving a Proficiency Certificate for Literacy (Right to Read), or obtain the Proficiency Certificate as soon as possible after hire. High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Application Instructions Welcome to the Barrington School District! Barrington Schools actively seeks applications from only the most capable, professional candidates. Only complete SchoolSpring applications will be accepted including letter of intent (cover letter) Please do not send paper applications. Teacher Assistant Applicants must fulfill the following educational requirements: Associates Degree or 48 Credit Hours from an accredited college or university or successfully passed the Parapro Assessment established by the RIDE AND Successful completion of a 25 hour certification course for Teacher Assistants approved by the RI Department of Education If selected for interview, you will be required to bring the following items: High School Diploma or GED and results of successful completion of Parapro Assessment test established by the RIDE. Or official college transcripts. Certificate of completion of the Rhode Island Teacher Assistant Certification Program Contact Information Christopher Ashley, Principal 220 Lincoln Avenue Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 Phone: 401-247-3150 Email: ashleyc@barringtonschools.org