Ukiah - Part-time School Secretary

Job Posting:
School Secretary (Part-Time)

Date Posted: 7/9/2026

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday, 12:30 – 4:30 PM | 16 hours per week

Classification:
Part-Time, Non-Exempt (10-Month / School-Year Position), Start Date – Aug 10, 2026

Salary/Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $20.00/hour (Dependent on experience and certification)

Ukiah School District is seeking a welcoming, organized, and detail-oriented Part-Time School Secretary to join our main office team. As the first point of contact for families, students, and visitors, you will play a vital role in creating a positive, safe, and efficient environment for our school community.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at multitasking, and loves interacting with children and adults alike.

• Greet and assist students, parents, staff, and community visitors with a warm, professional demeanor.
• Answer phone calls, route inquiries to the appropriate staff, and take accurate messages.
• Manage the school's main entry system, ensuring all visitors sign in and follow district security protocols.

• Assist with daily school communications, including morning announcements, staff reminders, and parent newsletters.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for student records and administrative office files.

• Provide basic first aid or comfort to students requiring minor medical attention in the absence of the school nurse (training provided).
• Assist with the coordination of school events, picture days, or field trip documentation.

Required:

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent; some formal training or college preferred
• Experience:
  
  1–2 years of clerical, administrative, or customer service experience (prior experience in an educational setting is a plus).
• Tech Proficiency:
  Competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms).
• Communication:
  Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Clearances:
  Must successfully pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting requirements.

Preferred Knowledge & Abilities:

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding student, family, and staff information.
• A calm demeanor when multitasking or managing unexpected situations in a busy environment.

• Follows the school calendar (summers, major holidays, and winter/spring breaks off).
• A supportive, community-centered work environment.
• Potential for transition to full-time position with additional training and benefits.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a brief cover letter explaining their interest in working with our school community via the Ukiah District office or email directly to Superintendent Laura Orr.

Final date to receive applications:
July 20, 2026

Ukiah School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive growth-centered environment for all employees and students.