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School Secretary/Bookkeeper
Hampton County School District 2 —Varnville, SC
- Full-time
- High school
- Writing skills
- English
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- Urgently hiring
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Public school
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- $14.50 - $15.00 an hour
- Part-time
- QuickBooks
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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School Secretary/Bookkeeper

Hampton County School District 2 -
Varnville, SC

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Meeting minutes
Office supply management
Statistics
Computer operation
Preparation of internal financial performance reports
Confidential information handling
Operator switchboards
Office activity coordination
Financial data reconciliation
Educational administrative software
Spreadsheets
Professional ethics
Writing skills
Copy machines
Student record keeping
Client inquiry handling
Student database management
Child attendance tracking
Filing
Student information system
Employee relationship building
English
Mail distribution
Purchase order management
Phone call screening
Financial analysis
3 years
High school diploma or GED
Meeting scheduling
School legal knowledge

Full Job Description

Hours per Day: 8.00

Work Days per Year: 240

School Secretary / Bookkeeper-1 (High School-2 yr College): $25,420.80-$46,474.83 (based upon verifiable education and experience)

School Secretary / Bookkeeper-2 (Bachelors +): $27,206.40-$49,724.51 (based upon verifiable education and experience)

Job Summary

Provides routine clerical support to assigned supervisor to ensure smooth and efficient operation of the school. Performs a variety of duties to support area of work including typing letters, memoranda and reports, filing, copying, answering incoming calls, scheduling appointments, processing mail, keying data, etc. Under limited supervision, assists with school attendance initiatives and maintains student management database including the proper reporting of attendance data to meet various school, District, state and federal requirements. Performs standardized bookkeeping tasks and a variety of related clerical activities as required. Communicates effectively with students, parents and teachers regarding student attendance. Reports to the Principal.

Essential Job Functions

Provides secretarial support by performing such duties as answering incoming telephone calls and taking messages; sorts and distributes mail; files; directs visitors; and schedules meetings.
Types, completes and/or files various documents, records, and reports such as letters, memoranda, agendas, work orders, invoices, purchase orders, etc.
May order, control, and/or monitor departmental supplies and equipment.
Handles confidential documents in an appropriate manner; maintains confidential files and records such as employee and student information; enters employee and/or student information to computer as assigned.
May provide clerical assistance as a back-up to other departmental or division staff.
Interacts with various persons in the performance of duties including school administrators and staff, students, parents, business persons, government officials and agencies, etc.
Demonstrates the ability to perform financial tasks accurately; prepares monthly financial reports and bank reconciliation statements.
Exhibits the ability to perform bookkeeping tasks as related to the school which includes the assignment of purchase order numbers, placing orders, and maintaining accurate records.
Participates in District-wide meetings, training activities and the distribution of appropriate information.
Serves as a liaison between District and school level program administrators to ensure accurate, thorough, and effective use of data.
Provides secretarial support by performing such duties as answering, screening and directing telephone calls; screening incoming mail; typing; developing and maintaining a central filing system; directing visitors; scheduling meetings; taking minutes, etc. Provides back-up to school clerical staff.
Answers complaints and inquiries, or refers them to appropriate persons and/or departments; interprets school District policies, rules and regulations in response to queries.
Provides responsible administrative support in such areas as compiling data, analyzing data, and preparing related statistical reports; compiles and maintains various record keeping systems including maintaining records of a confidential nature.
Operates general office equipment such as a computer, printer, copier, calculator, facsimile machine, typewriter, telephone system, etc.
Demonstrates regular and prompt attendance.
Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business, act ethically, set priorities, and work well under pressure with attention to detail.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Superintendent of Schools.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of high school diploma and three years of experience using computer applications in an office environment, or a post-secondary degree in computer applications with some related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Experience with the PowerSchool ( Student Management ) System preferred.
Supports the vision, mission and beliefs of Hampton County School District.

Knowledge:

Advanced knowledge of Business English, spelling, punctuation, mathematical computation and possession of an excellent vocabulary.
Thorough knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and operations.
Thorough knowledge of the principles of office management and of modern office procedures, systems and equipment such as typewriters, calculators, and word processors.
Thorough knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures.
Knowledge of accounts payable activities and procedures.
Comprehensive knowledge of the terminology used within the financial function.
Thorough knowledge of spreadsheet analysis, knowledge of the records and reports which must be prepared and maintained.
Knowledge in maintaining confidentiality of information of a sensitive and confidential nature.
Considerable knowledge of the County and School Board policies, procedures and standards regarding education.
Considerable knowledge of the organization and communication channels of the school system.
Considerable knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with the public.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Skills/Effort:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Access.
Ability to analyze varied functions, processes and tasks for the preparation of varied and complex records and reports.
Ability to multi-task and work independently and unsupervised on confidential assignments, clerical tasks and with confrontational people.
Ability to communicate both orally and in written format with employees, parents, and students.
Possesses technical aptitude necessary to learn current and future student management applications and the integration of such software with common office applications, such as Microsoft Office.
Ability to successfully complete District, state and other training courses relevant to the completion of job assignments.
Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties.
Ability to anticipate work to be completed and initiate proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with little to no supervision and instruction.
Ability to type clear copy at the minimum required rate.
Skill in the use of general office equipment such as calculators, word processors, typewriters, computers, switchboards, etc.
Ability to make arithmetical computation and tabulations with speed and accuracy.
Excellent organization, time management and telephone skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily activities.
Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities.

Working Conditions:

Conducts duties in an office environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions.
Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that required constant attention, and meeting deadlines.
Routine local travel is required; no overnight travel is required.
Nature of job requires frequent use of computer and monitor for long durations.
Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring movement/lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require meeting tight deadlines, considerable attention and working with both adults and students.

Disclaimer Statement

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required. The administration has the exclusion right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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