Hourly Office Assistant (PT)- 440

Office AssistantThe Office Assistant provides clerical support to assigned personnel, maintains department records, and responds to a variety of inquiries.This position's primary responsibilities include working closely with the attendance counselor to run and review daily attendance reports, responding to parent messages and questions regarding student attendance, providing translation support for phone calls, parent meetings, and other school communications. Additionally, assisting front office staff with daily operations and other tasks as needed and supporting the school with attendance-related follow-up and communication.Minimum Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experienced using data-based softwareSpeak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communicationsAbility to operate standard office equipment (e.g., phone, copier, scanner, fax machines, etc.)Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Office 365, Publisher, etcKnowledge of Business Plus and PowerSchoolExperience in a K-12 education or public employment environmentAbility to perform standard bookkeepingFirst Aid and CPR certificationsAbility to compose a variety of documentsSpanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understandEssential Functions & Responsibilities:Answer telephone to direct inquiries to the appropriate personnel and answer questions. Ensure the safety of the school community by responding to security doorbells and check-in and check-out all visitors and temporary site personnel (e.g., substitutes, etc.)Respond to inquiries from a variety of internal and external parties (e.g., staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.) to provide information, facilitate communication among parties, and provide directionAssist in processing confidential and non-confidential documents and materials (e.g., student registrations, withdrawals, immunizations, attendance, etc.) and disseminate information to appropriate parties.

Prepare general written confidential and non-confidential materials (e.g., reports, memos, letters, newsletters, etc.) to document activities, provide written references, and convey informationPerform clerical functions (e.g., copying, faxing, filing, sorting mail, etc.) to help the school run more efficiently. Support assigned staff to assist with department functions, perform record keeping (confidential and non-confidential) and general and program-specific clerical functions (e.g., scheduling, student tracking, making telephone calls, etc.) to support assigned supervisor and siteReceive and process payments (e.g., lunch money, tuition, collections, etc.)  to provide written reference, and prepare up-to-date reports, and historical references with established administrative guidelines and legal requirementsAssist students in the office (e.g., sick or injured, lost and found items, sent to the office due to behavior, errands, etc.) to provide a safe and welcoming environment. May be required by administration to obtain First Aid or CPR certificationAs needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 30 poundsCommunicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholdersMaintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements efficiently and effectivelyParticipate in meetings, workshops, and seminars, as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functionsAdapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions, as requiredSupport a team environment by collaborating with own and other work units to effectively perform the duties of the positionWork under limited supervision, utilizing time-management and prioritization strategies, accurately processing detailed information, and meeting deadlinesPerform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unitEmployee Supervisory Responsibilities: NoWork Environment & Physical Demands: Hourly Office Assistant Physical Demands FormThe Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact us at Human Resource Services - Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call .Non-Discrimination Statement: No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and equal opportunity in its programs, services, and employment including its policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations, and other Equal Employment Opportunity matters. The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, . You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, Denver, CO,