Frederick County Public Schools · 2 weeks ago
Administrative Secretary, Central Office
Frederick County Public Schools is seeking an Administrative Secretary to provide secretarial support for various functions within the central office. The role involves problem-solving, maintaining records, and utilizing technology to meet administrative needs.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Uses experience and judgment to resolve problems and prioritize work on behalf of the office
Maintains proficiency in the use of technology to meet administrative needs
Maintains property accountability
Maintains financial records, grants, and payroll records/reports
Composes routine correspondence
Orders and receives supplies and proofs invoices
Prepares, types, and proofreads materials
Effectively uses automated systems
Maintains hard copy and electronic filing systems for data
Answers telephone, takes messages, greets visitors, makes appointments, and provides information relevant to departmental functions
Distributes mail and supplies
Prepares materials for meetings, conferences, and workshops
Operates various office machines and trains other personnel
Assists in scheduling use of facilities
Performs other functions consistent with the scope and nature of the position
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
Five (5) years of successful secretarial experience
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office technology to meet administrative needs
Demonstrated ability to effectively use word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and maintain flexibility
Demonstrated strong human relations skills
Demonstrated proficiency in business math
Regular and predictable attendance
Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
Preferred
Bilingual skills
Working knowledge of the general organization and functions of the major units of the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS)
Demonstrated proficiency in the creation and use of Google Docs and Excel forms
Demonstrated ability to manage the office and functions either with or without daily direct supervision
Demonstrated ability to anticipate work demands and be proactive in recommending process improvement
Demonstrated evidence of continuous professional growth
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage the expectations of internal and external customers
Familiarity with the FCPS policies, goals and programs