Rosemary Johnson Jennings Junior High 2026-2027

JOB SUMMARY

Organize, coordinate, schedule and perform office functions at a school; serve as secretary to the Principal and coordinate communications between administrators, District and staff, parents, students and the general public. JOB TITLE: School Secretary REPORTS TO: Building Principal ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs a variety of clerical, secretarial and bookkeeping duties within the school.

Serves as secretary and provides administrative assistance to the building administrators: schedules and arranges appointments, meetings and conferences. Assist administration in the preparation and maintenance of financial and narrative reports; researches, compiles and organizes information. Processes purchase orders, payment requisitions.

Maintains daily teacher attendance log and records of substitute teachers. Answers phones and greets visitors, provides information to students, parents, faculty and staff. Types written correspondence, bulletins, memoranda, calendars, records, reports and evaluations for administrators upon request. Coordinates and assists with special events for the school (i.

e. registration, parent/teacher conferences), assures adherence to legal requirements and Board policies. Responsible for monitoring daily student attendance. Works confidentially with discretion. Operates a variety of business and office machines, not limited to computer, copiers, and communications equipment. Processes incoming and outgoing office mail; sorts and arranges for delivery.

Handles requests for general information, complaints and inquiries regarding district policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal, including presentations. Ability to use basic, job related equipment. Be self-motivated and able to work with limited direct supervision.

Flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances and a diverse group of individuals. Knowledge of NCLB (No Child Left Behind), FERPA and other federal, state and local guidelines. Passionate about improving urban public education and devoted to making a difference.

EDUCATION

(Formal and Informal) High School diploma or equivalent Minimum of three years job related experience TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 11 Month Employee Eligible for personal time off days and benefits upon hire as set by JSD Board Policy FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt The Job Description above identifies the essential functions, knowledge, skills and experience required for this position, and provides examples of duties that may be required.

This description does not outline all job duties & responsibilities that may be required of this position.