Central Office Receptionist and Office Assistant - Vacancy ID: 191210

The Verona Area School District is looking for student-focused, dedicated, and equity-centered candidates to join our diverse district. All roles have a direct impact on students and all employees are viewed as educators. Our success is fostered and supported through the working relationships of all staff and is built on a foundation of equity, mutual respect, cultural responsiveness, the pursuit of excellence, and shared responsibility at school, at home, and in the community. In the Verona Area School District, our mission is that each student will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their personal goals, thrive in a diverse global society, and lead a healthy, self-fulfilling life. To meet this mission, the Verona Area School District will ensure that every individual has access to the educational, social, and emotional support they need to feel valued and affirmed in their unique identities and experiences. We acknowledge that inequities and power dynamics exist in our system such that some individuals, on the basis of their identities*, face barriers to accessing the opportunities they need to experience success. In acknowledgment of such, The Verona Area School District is committed to disrupting these systems of inequity. The Central Office Receptionist/Office Assistant plays a pivotal role in supporting the efficient and effective functioning of the administrative team within the school district. This position involves a wide range of administrative tasks and responsibilities aimed at ensuring smooth daily operations and facilitating communication both within the district and with external stakeholders. This position manages phone calls, emails, and inquiries from staff, parents, and community members. Disseminates important information to relevant parties as directed. In addition, this position provides administrative support to the Family, Staff, and Community Engagement Liaison. Duties: *Shares responsibility for primary telephone and reception functions for central office so that callers and visitors are responded to in a courteous and helpful manner. *Assists Central Office Administrators with meeting scheduling, planning and logistics. *Assist with Central Office building operations, such as supply ordering, mail services, etc. *Support district vehicle check-in/out, functions to review eligible drivers and other transportation support. *Provide assistance to business office to support duties and workflows. A copy of the job description can be found at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SkT43MPVtN8JQzpqdObAZu9wR0Rgt5qugcsF0MCxj_0/view Qualifications: Experience: 2 – 4 years of administrative assistant or office experience preferred. Knowledgeable in use of Google Applications, Microsoft Office, and basic office equipment. Bilingual (Spanish) skills are prioritized Must support the VASD Strategic Plan and mission that each student will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their personal goals, thrive in a diverse global society, and lead a healthy, self-fulfilling life. DEADLINE: Applications are accepted until position filled. Contact Administrator: Rachelle Hady, Director of Human Resources, hadyr@verona.k12.wi.us Job Ride Assistance If you need assistance with transportation to/from work, YWCA's Job Ride program may be of benefit to you. Job Ride is an innovative program that provides subsidized transportation for low-income people going to/from work, even those commuting to the Verona Area School District. Learn more and apply for Job Ride at: https://www.ywcamadison.org/what-were-doing/employment-transit/yw-transit/ The Verona Area School District is an equal-opportunity employer.