Administrative Assistant - School Year - Vacancy ID: 240037
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WE ARE KAUKAUNA
Building a better future, one student at a time.
We Are:
Student-Centered
Relationship-Focused
We Will:
Be Intentional
Act with Integrity
We Believe In:
Collective Efficacy
Continuous Improvement
Qualified candidates will support a positive and high-energy school environment with customer service to families, students, staff, and community as a high priority.
Qualified candidates will provide secretarial/clerical service to Victor Haen by fulfilling a variety of work activities in support of district/school procedures relative to students, staff, committees, activities, parents, and community.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Examples are not all-inclusive)
1. Clerical/Secretarial Responsibilities
Perform clerical/secretarial duties related to the support of district/school students, staff, committees, activities, parents, and community which may include data management, records management and various reports.
Provide clerical/secretarial services which may include correspondence, filing, assisting building visitors, telephone responsibilities, and sorting and distributing mail, flyers, etc., as well as word processing of district/school materials.
2. Record Keeping
Coordinate and maintain appropriate district/school records pertaining to students, staff, committees, activities, parents, and community.
Complete detailed reports.
3. Bookkeeping
Perform bookkeeping and related activities that support students, staff, committees, activities, parents, and the community.
Handle money for such activities as the school checking/savings accounts, hot lunch, miscellaneous fees, fundraisers, field trips, etc.
4. Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Language Skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to construct and read correspondence and memos and to write and comprehend instructions.
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
2. Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to construct and interpret bar graphs.
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
3. Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problematic issues.
4. Related Office Skills
Experience with personal computer usage and related software.
Ability to type/keyboard 55-75 words per minute and transcription experience.
Experienced in the areas of data entry, record keeping and filing.
Proficient in the area of bookkeeping.
5. Participate in training as needed.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Possess skills in flexibility, confidentiality, and mature decision-making.
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in a friendly manner and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, students, and district staff.
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
Maintain professional appearance at all times and is well-groomed following district standards.
Follows district standards for attendance and punctuality.
Ability to perform duties while working cooperatively with the staff and district in fulfilling the district’s vision, mission, and guiding principles.
Kaukauna is nestled in the heart of Wisconsin's Fox River Valley, between Appleton and Green Bay. The District serves as the heartbeat of the Kaukauna community, and our residents take tremendous pride in the rich history and traditions of our schools. Our seven schools are comprised of one high school, one middle school, two unique charter schools, two elementary schools, and a dedicated early learning center for our youngest learners.
Kaukauna’s commitment to excellence begins with our 450 staff members who serve as the foundation of our district. We believe who we hire is one of the most important decisions we will make, and therefore, we pride ourselves in the outstanding personnel we have in Kaukauna. Our dedication to investing in our staff fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and dedication throughout the district, ultimately benefiting both teachers and students alike.
At the heart of every decision and initiative within the district lies our unwavering commitment to the 4,000 students we serve. We believe every student should have the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally and to achieve their highest potential both in school and beyond. Through the collaboration with dedicated educators, staff, families, and community partners, as well as our wide array of extracurricular activities, the Kaukauna Area School District remains steadfast in its commitment to nurturing the unique talents and aspirations of each of its 4,000 students.
Non-Discrimination Statement:
The Kaukauna Area School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, race, national origin, ancestry, color, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or any physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, or any other legally protected status or classification. Employees of this District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972. For additional information on the nondiscrimination policy and/or complaint procedure, contact the District at 920-766-6100.
Candidates seeking accommodations during an interview are encouraged to indicate such at the time they are contacted to interview.
Candidate Requirements
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letters of Recommendation