Administrative Assistant 3 (230-Day)

Wichita Public Schools

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Wichita, Kansas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Performs general clerical duties including answering phones, electronic filing, and assisting as a building receptionist. Responsible for maintaining office equipment, managing supplies, and providing administrative support to staff.

Qualifications

You have a High School education or GED and some experience in general clerical duties, including answering phones and basic computer functions. You should be proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook, with basic Excel skills, and possess strong communication and customer service abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

scanning

copying

filing

customer service

Job Description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant 3

Position Function: Performs general clerical duties; which may be required but not limited to answering phones, intermediary computer functions, typing, and electronic filing, and copying, scanning, and distributing mail.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

  • Serve or assist as receptionist to the building, answering phone calls, and providing information and assistance to callers
  • Assists with copying and distribution of documents and other materials for administrative and clerical staff
  • Maintain copier, office machines, and vending machines
  • Assists in maintaining inventories or supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring items’ availability
  • Perform clerical duties for other staff as requested

Additional Duties: Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Equipment: The employee must demonstrate the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and fax machine. Must always comply with WPS guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands:

  • Work in standard office and school building environments
  • Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities
  • Additional demands upon request of Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
  • Intermediate computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook with basic skills in Excel, which will be determined and validated by testing
  • Use of good judgment and the capability to research and analyze information in order to make decisions on recurring assignments
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed
  • Ability to provide exceptional customer service
  • Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
  • Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
  • Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them


Interrelations:

  • Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
  • Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
  • Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
  • Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
  • Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

  • In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
  • Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
  • All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile:

  • A High School education or GED is required
  • Some experience is necessary

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Wichita Public Schools

Wichita Public Schools is committed to preparing all students to achieve college, career and life readiness through an innovative and rigorous educational experience. We are the largest school district in Kansas, educating approximately 11 percent of all public school students in the state, and 52.6 percent of all school-aged children in Sedgwick County. The district's 2019-2020 enrollment is 49,851 students. Employment of more than 4,100 teachers, 3,442 classified and support staff, 226 school administrators and 51 central office administrators makes the Wichita Public Schools one of the metropolitan area's largest employers. To become part of this dynamic team, visit www.usd259.org, and click on "Careers."​
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