Immediate: School Secretary I, Bilingual Preferred, Meadow Hall ES, 8 hrs/10 mos, Ad Closes 10/1/26

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain and report attendance
• Type reports
• Answer phones and take messages
• Photocopy and assemble materials
• Maintain files
• Operate office equipment and computer terminals for word‑processing and data tasks
• Use initiative and independent judgment to ensure assigned tasks are completed

Physical Demands

Designated positions may require the sustained operation of keyboard devices.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• One year experience in responsible clerical and secretarial work in a busy office environment (other combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered)
• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, arithmetic, and modern office practices
• Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with established policies and apply them to work problems
• Ability to maintain clerical records and prepare routine reports
• Ability to maintain good relationships with the general public and communicate effectively with staff, parents, students, and community members
• Skill in operating a typewriter and computer terminal for word‑processing or data system tasks
• Excellent human relations skills
• Computer skills including word processing and database use; experience with MCPS databases (OASIS, OSS, SIMS, etc.)
• Knowledge of and ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Pay

The wage range for this position is $23.42 to $33.53 per hour, based on years of service.

Benefits

For information about benefits, please see: Benefits Overview

Schedule

• Full‑time
• Working months: 10
• Shift: Day