Administrative Assistant to the High School Principal

Administrative Assistant to the High School Principal

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union Bellows Falls Union High School - Westminster, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Terms of Employment: Full Year

Position Classification: Non-Union/At-will

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree or higher preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of administrative, clerical, office management, or related experience
• Knowledge of Vermont education practices and school operations and/or experience working in a school setting preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and standard office technology
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Experience with student information systems and electronic records management systems preferred
• Regular and punctual attendance

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant to the High School Principal provides comprehensive administrative, clerical, and organizational support to the Principal and assists in the efficient operation of the high school office. This position serves as a primary point of contact for students, staff, families, and community members and requires professionalism, discretion, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced educational environment.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the High School Principal and assist in the efficient operation of the principal's office
• Manage the Principal's calendar, appointments, meetings, correspondence, and daily administrative activities
• Serve as a primary point of contact for students, families, staff, community members, and visitors, responding to inquiries and directing communications appropriately
• Prepare, proofread, maintain, and distribute correspondence, reports, presentations, meeting materials, and other documents
• Coordinate meetings, events, recognition programs, and special projects, including scheduling, logistics, and preparation of materials
• Maintain accurate and confidential student, personnel, financial, and administrative records in compliance with district policies and applicable laws
• Assist with student enrollment, withdrawals, records management, attendance, discipline and other administrative processes as assigned
• Process purchase orders, invoices, reimbursements, budget-related documents, and other administrative transactions in accordance with district procedures
• Support onboarding activities for new employees, substitute coordination, and other staff-related administrative functions as assigned
• Maintain office supplies and office organization to ensure efficient operations
• Collaborate with administrators, faculty, staff, students, families, and district personnel to support school programs, initiatives, and daily operations
• Assist with emergency procedures, school safety protocols, and crisis response activities as directed
• Prepare reports, data summaries, and other information requested by administration
• Participate in professional development and training as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Details

• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $46,000 to $60,000 Per Year
• Job Category: Support Staff > Administrative Assistant
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Job ID:
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 05, :00 AM (UTC)

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee will occasionally be required to stand, walk, bend and reach. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 15 pounds. Manual dexterity is required to finger, handle or grasp objects. Must be able to hear, talk and see. Ability to drive required due to travel necessary within and outside of the District/Supervisory Union.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Windham Northeast Supervisory Union does not, and will not, tolerate discrimination or harassment of school employees because of age, sex, race, religion, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, national origin, ancestry or sexual orientation. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, in education programs and activities. All public and private educational institutions that receive any federal funds must comply with Title IX. Windham Northeast Supervisory Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact Information

• Andrew Haas, Superintendent
• PO Box 92
• Westminster Station , Vermont 05159
• Phone:
• Fax:
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