Secretary - Principal

Position Type:

Secretarial/Clerical/Other/Secretary Principal

Date Posted:

6/11/2026

Location:

Centennial Elementary School

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Job Title:

Secretary to Principal Wage/Hour Status:
Nonexempt

Reports to:

Principal Pay Grade: AO5

Dept./School:
Elem. School/Middle School Length of

Contract:

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

* High school diploma or GED

* Prior secretarial experience

* Basic computer knowledge; filing skills, good telephone skills, excellent oral and written communication skills

* Typing ability to meet or exceed 45 wpm

Major Duties:

* Follow local state and federal policies and procedures.

* Handle any and all correspondence of the principal.

* Answer all phone calls of the principal and relay messages

* Keep a calendar of appointments for the principal

* Prepare reports for the principal as directed

* Post all announcements regarding the school schedule and district-wide vacancies

* Assist in addressing parental concerns

* Assist in addressing student problems including illness

* Handle bookkeeping responsibilities

* Order and disseminate all supplies for the school

* Key in al necessary material on the computer

* File all materials as directed by the principal

* Collect and maintain all material addressing campus personnel

* All other duties as assigned by the principal.

Additional Requirements:

This position requires the following:

* Ability to work in variable environmental conditions related to temperature, humidity and other atmosphere conditions.

* The ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

* The ability to understand and maintain confidentiality.

* The ability to remain current in computer software processes and applications.

Knowledge/

Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to communicate in oral and written form in English.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Knowledge of computer applications.

* Skill in the usage of typewriter, facsimile, telephone, computer, and adding machine.

* Ability to follow directives from the Principal, Associate Principal, and Assistant Principal.

General Employee Requirements:

* Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the district.

* Follow and support board policies in areas of related responsibility.

* Ensure district resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning.

* Share in the development and implementation of district success plans.

* Actively participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and district contribution.

* Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for LISD students.

Appraisal:

Performance of this job will be appraised in accordance with Board Policy DNA. This job description/appraisal form is the instrument to be used for appraisal of this position. Appraisal is a continuous process designed to improve the quality of performance and may affect the recommendation for employment. A performance scale from 5 to 1 will be utilized. 5 = Clearly Outstanding;

4 = Exceeds Expectations; 3 = Meets Expectations; 2 = Below Expectations; 1 = Unsatisfactory; 0 = Not Applicable.