DAYS PER YEAR: 195

SALARY MIN: $25,350

JOB TITLE:   Counselor’s Secretary High School                                                               

REPORTS TO:  Campus Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt  

PAY GRADE:  Para 4

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Counselor Secretary will provide clerical/administrative support to the school counselors; conveying information regarding school and/or District functions and procedures.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support and demonstrate our core values, communicate in a clear and respectful manner and seek to continuously improve self-performance and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High school graduate or GED from an accredited institution

Preferred:

• One+ years secretarial/clerical experience in school setting

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Ability to work well with students, parents and staff
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Proficiency in use of computer
• Ability to organize and prioritize work

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide general secretarial service
• Compose documents/correspondence to communicate information to staff, students, parents and public
• Evaluate situations and take appropriate action or direct to appropriate personnel
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws/regulations
• Assist with standardized testing
• Develop knowledge of school policies and counseling procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality
• Schedule and supervise student aides
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assigned
• Obtain knowledge of student information program
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WORKING/SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing this job require the following:

Job may require prolonged periods of time sitting, moderate standing, stooping, bending,  reaching and repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer. Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. May require some lifting no more than 10lbs. Overtime is required as necessary.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.