Office Professional

Office Professional 2

Compensation Range: $18.48-$23.88

Purpose Of The Position:
Perform routine and complex clerical work serving a specific department. Provide assistance to department administrators and staff. Effective operation of the department exercising initiative, confidentiality and discretion in the performance of duties. Work assignments are performed with a considerable degree of independence based on knowledge and experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Interacts with public and employees in routine situations which require tact, discretion and courtesy.
• Processes district documents including field trips and requests for leaves.
• Timely and accurately compiles and enters data into various computer programs/systems.
• Maintains accurate records, files, lists, information and inventories.
• Compiles and processes and/or analyzes information and data from various sources.
• Conducts records management in accordance with state and district guidelines.
• On an as-needed basis, accesses confidential information with discretion in regards to student records, attendance and discipline referrals.
• Provides accurate information regarding policies and procedures related to the department or school district within Level 1 or Level 2.
• Monitors information regarding payroll, budgets, and purchase order inputs and processing.
• Tracks and balances budgets/department expenditures if applicable.
• Prepares, develops, creates and distributes reports, documents, and correspondence accurately and efficiently for distribution.
• Processes fees, payments, purchase orders and documents related to the building or department.
• Provides back-up and assists other Office Professionals as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities within Level 1 or Level 2.
• Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
• Carries out such additional duties as required or as conditions necessitate within Level 1 or Level 2.

Ability to effectively communicate and interact with staff and co-workers in a professional manner

Demonstrates positive customer service skills

Demonstrates confidentiality

Ability to prioritize tasks

Demonstrates strong organizational skills

Utilizes excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as professionalism to employees and public

Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment

Working knowledge and willingness to learn and become proficient on computer programs/applications

A comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Paid Sick and Personal time

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

Optional 403(b) plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

High School Diploma or GED. Computer skills. Clerical experience. Knowledge of office practices and procedures. Experience operating a variety of office equipment including but not limited to scanner, fax machine, computer, printers and copiers, VOIP phone system. Working knowledge of current computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Quick Books, eschool, and other windows based applications.

Length Of Work: 10, 11 or 12 months or other contractual agreement.

Working Conditions:

Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

Other:
This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change.