Substitute Secretary

Substitute Secretary 2026‑2027

Blue Springs School District, Blue Springs, Missouri

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Jul 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  To Be Determined
• Position Type:
  Part‑Time

Substitute Secretary/Receptionist

The Substitute Secretary/Receptionist provides temporary secretarial support to the educational process. Duties include performing essential administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operation and a friendly environment for students, staff, and visitors.

• Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors; answer phones and direct calls; disseminate information.
• Operate standard office equipment, sort and distribute mail, and maintain confidentiality of information.
• Compose and transcribe correspondence, manage messages, and communicate with internal and external parties.
• Input data into computer systems, manage files, and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with coordination of daily workloads, scheduling, and other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Demonstrate strong people skills when interacting with diverse populations and clear written communication.
• Use computers, office software, and digital tools for data entry and document preparation.
• Manage tasks, prioritize workloads, and maintain efficient office flow.
• Ensure accuracy in data entry, record keeping, and document processing; exercise discretion with sensitive information.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the office or department.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Operating office equipment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Basic math, reading and following instructions.
• Scheduling activities, collating data, and working with diverse individuals.
• Problem‑solving to identify issues and select action plans.
• Adaptability to changing priorities, effective communication, meeting deadlines, and teamwork.

Job‑related experience not required;
Secretarial/Receptionist experience preferred.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Employment contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, including criminal background, reference checks, and verification of work history and credentials.

Blue Springs School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Required Testing:
  None
• Certificates and Licenses:
  None
• Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  N/A
• Clearances:
  Criminal Background Check, Family Care Safety Registry