Secretary to the Principal

About the Role

Full-time 12-month position as Secretary to the Principal in an elementary school setting. Reports to the Harding Principal and Assistant Principal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree or additional secretarial, administrative, or business training preferred.
• Prior secretarial or administrative experience required; experience in a public school or elementary school setting preferred.
• Proficiency in Genesis Student Information System, Frontline, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and other office technology.
• Strong organizational, time-management, recordkeeping, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with administrators, teachers, staff, students, families, and members of the public.
• Ability to maintain accurate student, personnel, attendance, and school records while preserving strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to sensitive situations in a busy elementary school office.
• Required criminal history check and proof of U.S. citizenship or resident alien status.
• Must meet NJ Residency requirements as per the New Jersey First Act, N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid sick and personal leave accruals (pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement).
• Enrollment in the New Jersey Teachers' Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) or the Public Employees' Retirement System.
• Eligible for additional compensation in the form of stipends or tuition reimbursement based on district policy.

Pay

Starting salary: Step 1 - $43,574.