Elementary School Secretary at Lincoln School; position Job Yankton area,South Dakota USA,Administrative/Clerical

Position: Elementary School Secretary at Lincoln School (10 month position)

Elementary School Secretary at Lincoln School (10 month position)

Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/ Elementary School Secretary
Date Posted: 8/25/2026
Location:

Yankton Elementary Schools
Date Available:

As soon as possible

Title:

Elementary School Secretary Criteria

A. Education Level: High school diploma and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

B. Experience Desired:
One to two years in a similar position

C.

Physical Requirements:

Constant hand-eye/mind-eye coordination, hearing; intermittent keyboarding, use of wrists, hands, fingers, speaking, typing and writing. Frequent filing, sitting, standing and walking. The ability to communicate verbally and in writing is also required.

D. Other Requirements:
Under only limited general supervision, conducts the day-to-day operations of the Principal's Office. Applicant must possess a high degree of responsibility, initiative and ability, plus the usual secretarial capabilities. Ability to maintain confidential information.

Essential Functions and Duties:

Performs a variety of executive support tasks that are highly confidential and sensitive.

Demonstrates a high level of communication skills in writing, grammar, oral communication and listening.

Possesses advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and student management software.

Demonstrates strong public relations skills, e.g., proper telephone etiquette, customer service and uses diplomacy in dealing with a variety of situations.

Has knowledge of district policies and procedures.

Performs responsibilities in a self-motivated manner; certain job functions need to be completed on an annual basis without being reminded.

Must be highly organized, able to maintain accurate files and data that can be accessed quickly.

Utilizes strong people skills in developing and maintaining professional relationships with administration, teaching staff, parents and students.

Functions in a work environment that requires many pending tasks in process at all times.

Responds positively to unexpected changes in work tasks.

Maintains accurate student records including registering new students.

Prepares student and staff attendance reports.

Verifies student absences and informs the Principal of excessive student absenteeism.

Handles and distributes mail.

Processes incoming and outbound communications.

Operates office machines.

Collects lunch money from students, monitors lunch balances and verifies meal counts; communicates with parents as applicable.

Prepares and verifies requisitions and processes vouchers.

Inventories and disperses incoming supplies and other instructional materials.

Cares for sick children and notifies parents.

Obtains authorization, logs and dispenses prescription medicine to students as delegated by the school nurse.

Performs various other office support tasks as necessary.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal.

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