Administrative Assistant - 9.5 Month - 2024-2025

McLean County Unit District No. 5

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title : Administrative Assistant 9.5 monthh

Location : Chiddix Junior High School

Department : Building Personnel

Reports to : Principal / Assistant Principal

FLSA Class : Non-Exempt

FTE : 1.0

SUMMARY

To provide able assistance to the Administration of the school and add to the continued improvement of the educational program.

The efficient performance of their duties and responsibilities are an integral part of the Unit Five school system.

DUTIES

Greet and assist visitors in the Main Office

Serve as a receptionist :

Direct telephone communications

Deliver messages

Sort all mail

Keep inventory of supplies and equipment.

Assist in emergencies.

Aid Assistant Principals in follow-up with students and parents regarding unexcused absences.

Process detention and suspension notification letters.

Communicate with Transportation to relay bus information to staff, students, and families.

Collaborate with administrators and EOPs to cover other duties as needed.

Perform all duties necessary to the position and such other duties as may be fixed by the Building Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

A minimum of 1-3 yrs. experience in an office administration or related position.

Must be able to type 60+ wpm

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.

Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

Ability to push / pull up to 10 lbs.

Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable / courteous manner.

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to work with teachers, education support personnel, building administrators and the general public.

Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.

Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.

Compensation :

Fully Board Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision available.

Per the 2024-2025 Administrative Assistant (Educational Office Personnel) Salary Schedule, the starting pay range is $18.

54 - $21.32 and is based upon experience.

Application Process :

Apply on line at

INTERNAL APPLICANTS WANTING TO APPLY SHOULD USE THE INTERNAL APPLICATION