Administrative Assistant King Middle

Job Description Title

Administrative Assistant I (School Year) - King Middle

This position is the welcoming face of King Middle School. Duties include supporting building Administrators and the Co‑curricular & Athletics Director in a bustling front office, greeting families, assisting students, answering phones, organizing and maintaining files, maintaining the school’s website, assisting with communication about transportation as needed, maintaining databases, and producing documents. The successful candidate will also support the Guidance Office with enrollments, transfers, exiting students, and maintenance of accurate student records.

Familiarity and ease with technology is a must. Platforms include Google Classroom, Infinite Campus, and other internet‑based sites used by the district, school, and Co‑Curricular & athletics programs.

This position serves as part of a team of front office staff, working collaboratively and with colleagues, taking initiative, and working independently on projects.

• At least one year experience in performing responsible clerical and secretarial work in a busy office environment preferred
• Other combinations of education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info)

• Calendar:
  School Year + 13 Days
• Schedule:
  
  Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Assignment:
  Permanent
• Contract:
  
  Part of BASE union (see 2026‑2029 CBA here)
• Wage range: $22.04–$29.05, based on experience
• Benefits:
  Eligible for benefits as outlined here

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.