FY27: School Secretary I, Blake HS, 8hrs/10mos, Ad closes 7/14/26

Summary Description

Under general supervision, performs general office work in a school. The work of the class consists of varied general office duties involving skilled operation of office equipment, standard office procedures and responsible contacts with students, parents and others.

Physical Demands

Sustained operation of keyboard devices may be required.

Special Requirements

• Job Specific Information: This position is a key support role within the Special Education Department, responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, along with the flexibility to adapt to a dynamic environment. This individual will manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail while maintaining a professional and welcoming presence for staff, students, and families.
• Wage Range: The wage range for this position is between $22.68 and $31.83 per hour, based on years of service.
• Benefits: For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.
• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures and to apply these to work problems.
• Ability to maintain clerical records and prepare routine reports from such records.
• Ability to maintain good relationships with the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents, students, members of the community and others.
• Skill in the operation of a typewriter, and of a computer terminal to perform word-processing or data system tasks.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Computer skills including word processing and database required, and experience with existing MCPS databases including: OASIS, OSS, SIMS, etc..
• Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

Education, Training, Experience

• High School or GED diploma required.
• One year experience in performing responsible clerical and secretarial work in a busy office environment.