School Secretary I​/Thur Marshall ES; Ad closes

Immediate:
School Secretary I, 8hrs/10mos, Thurgood Marshall ES (Ad closes 1/5/26)

Under general supervision, performs general office work in a school. The work consists of varied general office duties involving skilled operation of office equipment, standard office procedures, and responsible contacts with students, parents, and other members of the community. Workers maintain and report attendance, type reports, answer phones and take messages, photocopy and assemble materials, and maintain files. The position requires prior office clerical experience and the ability to acquire word‑processing skills.

Fully experienced workers use initiative and independent judgment to follow through on matters and ensure that assigned tasks and activities are completed.

Physical demands:
Designated positions may require the sustained operation of keyboard devices. Special requirements may apply.

• Wage range: $22.68 – $31.83 per hour, based on years of service.
• Benefits:
  Information available at Benefits Packet.
• Location:
  
  Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Quince Orchard Cluster, Gaithersburg, MD.
• Hours:
  
  7:45 AM – 4:15 PM.
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time, Day Job.
• Working months: 10.
• Shift: Day.
• Job posting date:
  Dec 22, 2025.

• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.
• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established policies and to apply these to work problems.
• Ability to maintain clerical records and prepare routine reports.
• Ability to maintain good relationships with the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents, students, community members, and others.
• Skill in operating a typewriter and computer terminal for word‑processing or data system tasks.
• Excellent human‑relations skills.
• Computer skills including word processing and database management – experience with MCPS databases such as OASIS, OSS, SIMS, etc.
• Knowledge of and ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

• High School or GED diploma required.
• One year of responsible clerical and secretarial work in a busy office environment.
• Other combinations of education, training, or experience may be considered if they provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level.
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time.
• Job function:
  Administrative.
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education.