Administrative Assistant IThe Administrative Assistant (I) to the Director or Principal performs clerical, operational, and confidential administrative work; requires a broad knowledge of the organization and regulations affecting the school or department; and can communicate and interact equitably and effectively with both internal and external customers.Essential Functions:Maintain a high volume of contact by telephone, email, and in person with students, parents, and staff.Retrieve and distribute mail, supplies, and materials.Serve as the receptionist for visitors, deliver messages, and refer visitors to appropriate personnel.Customarily and regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in handling routine problems and questions.Organize and maintain the filing system according to standard filing procedures, and at times, according to local, state, or federal guidelines.Assist with maintaining school and student records.Assist with programs regarding the operation of office equipment.Assists with the inventory.Maintain the confidentiality of reports, records, and personal experiences of a private nature regarding students, staff, and patrons.Performs other duties as assigned.Lynchburg City Schools Competencies:HonestyIntegrityEthicalEquity MindedEmotional IntelligenceCultural CompetenceSafetyQualityModels Excellent Customer ServiceThinks StrategicallyShows InitiativeActs DecisivelyCommunicates EffectivelyWorks CollaborativelyResolves Conflict ProactivelyTechnical Capabilities:Computer LiteracyData Analysis and ManagementFiscal Planning and ManagementProject ManagementStrategic PlanningEducation and Experience:High School Diploma or EquivalentBilingual candidates are desirableKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practices preferredKnowledge and understanding of effective organizational and communication practicesKnowledge and understanding of accurate and effective record-keeping and time managementKnowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Suite and ability to learn new technical programs/practices and office productivity applications as neededKnowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, families, and community members.Supervisory Responsibility:NoneTravel Requirements:Reliable transportation, is necessaryMinimal travel within the City of Lynchburg as neededMinimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg as neededWork Environment and Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.AAP/EEO Statement:LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.Job Status:OpenSalary:Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here:Days:227Start Date: