DISCIPLINE ASSISTANT

JOB GOAL: Under direct supervision, performs standard secretarial duties. Position Qualifications High school diploma or GEDKnowledge of HPS discipline proceduresAbility to maintain accurate and auditable records Duties And Responsibilities Provides support to Dean of Students/Assistant Principal in student discipline.Prepares all correspondence including letters, memorandums, agendas, reports, minutes, and other documents.Maintains calendar and schedules appointments as needed.Make and answers related calls, records messages, and re-directs inquiries to the appropriate individual.Maintains office filing system.Copies, faxes, and files correspondence as requested.Assists with related data input.Communicates with parents and key stakeholders as directed by the Dean of Students/Assistant Principal. Takes and transcribes dictation.Supervises the in school suspension room when students assigned.Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Skills And Abilities Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.Ability to use effective public speaking skills, and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of child and adolescent behavior issues and psychologyAbility to identify problems and proactively find solutions Work Environment And Physical Requirements Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting.Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.Moderate travel is required.