High School Administrative Assistant

High School Administrative Assistant (Job )

Position Summary

Under the direction of the building Associate Principals, this position is responsible for providing administrative support to staff, students, parents and visitors.

Work Summary

Monday‑Friday 7:30am‑4:00pm; 10‑month position.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Works with and supports Ames High associate principals.
• Provides administrative support to teachers and other staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Greets and accommodates visitors, handles incoming telephone calls, and takes messages as appropriate.
• Maintains office filing system.
• Gathers data for and types correspondence, reports, and schedules.
• Maintains records for principals or other building staff appropriate to the requirements of the office/building.
• Maintains budget information and building activity accounts.
• Assists in problem resolution in the areas of scheduling, busing, student services, or other emergency situations.
• Contacts and orients substitutes for teaching staff and support staff before school and during working hours as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience as a High School Administrative Assistant or equivalent preferred.

Key Competencies

• Knowledge and ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students, staff, and community populations.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures to include recordkeeping, filing, and reporting methods including Google Docs, email, spreadsheets, etc.
• Ability to handle confidential work with tact and discretion.
• Ability to interact with other staff, students, and the public to obtain and provide information.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.
• High standards of ethical conduct and exhibits honesty and integrity.
• Commitment to quality service.
• High level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently; works with minimal supervision.
• Consistent and punctual work attendance.

Compensation

$18.90 per hour

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Paid holidays, personal leave, sick leave
• IPERS Retirement

Ames CSD is an E‑Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.