Clerk, Health​/Office

Job Description

Clerk, Health/Office (Position Code )

Location:

Fruit Valley Elementary, Vancouver, Washington

Starting Date:
Immediately

Position Type:
Day Shift

Work Hours:

2 hours per day, 9 months per year

Salary: $26.98 to $32.71 Hourly

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Non-Exempt

• Possess a high school degree or comparable equivalent
• Minimum one year of job-related experience that demonstrates ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and function in a dynamic, fast-paced, continually changing environment with frequent interruptions; or documented credits from an accredited institution equivalent to one year of experience (45 quarter or 30 semester credits)
• Recency (prior 10 years) and substance of work experience will be considered
• Experience with basic health-related tests or screening that demonstrates ability to maintain and manage a health room
• Excellent customer service abilities, interpersonal skills, team‑player attitude, and ability to manage situations
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent problem solving, analytical, conflict‑resolution skills and ability to think quickly
• Excellent written communication skills, ability to compose and proof correspondence as needed
• Experience using Microsoft Office/Suite (including Word and Excel)
• Ability to work with numbers, mathematical computations, and worksheets
• Willingness to learn new technology
• Working knowledge and demonstrated experience in Gmail and Absence Management

• Ability to interpret written or oral directives and to apply district rules, regulations, procedures, and policies
• Ability to understand, recognize, and protect highly confidential information
• Ability to operate office machines and equipment
• Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse socio‑economic backgrounds
• Ability to advance and adapt with technological changes and work with program applications
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, business and community groups, and other members of the public
• Ability to establish, manage, and maintain accurate files and records for district reports
• Ability to coordinate, review, and direct staff, students, parents, and volunteer while maintaining effective working relationships

• Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirement

• Treat co‑workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students and practice the behaviors expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Answer telephone, take messages, forward calls and direct visitors
• Maintain and manage a health room, assist nurse with medication requirements, and maintain records of immunizations, injuries, and treatments
• Maintain and manage health room annex and other associated duties as directed by the building administrator
• Provide additional basic clerical support for other office clerical staff in building and administrators, as directed
• Provide coverage during break and lunch periods
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with job classification

Salary range:
New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. Employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status may receive experience credit toward salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here.

Benefits:
Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information and eligibility criteria can be found here.

Retirement:
Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here.

Time Off:
Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options are available in the CPA for this position.

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required
• Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification
• Internal applicants must provide current transcripts or documentation to confirm education on file or include them with the application
• External applicants must include transcripts or documentation to confirm education with the application