ESP - Building Volunteer Program / Clerical

Job summary: Assist the school staff in maintaining and expanding community-school interaction. Provide support and coordination of volunteer programs within the school.

Candidates must be able to direct and redirect students in a confident manner; possess strong clerical and computer skills, be comfortable greeting visitors and answering phones. In addition, candidates must have a positive attitude, be willing to work as part of a team, and be flexible with their daily assignments.

Responsibilities and tasks include: 

• Assist with the coordination and maintenance of existing volunteer programs by receiving requests and contacting resources.
• Aid staff and school community in determining needs regarding volunteer services.
• Assist in the planning and implementing of new volunteer programs as directed.
• Collaborate with the building PTO.
• Attend appropriate building-level meetings, including PTO Board meetings, to report/gather information as requested.
• Assist in identifying and recruiting potential volunteers.
• Arrange volunteer orientation and training as directed.
• Schedule volunteers.
• Maintain records of volunteer service.
• Assist in the volunteer program evaluation process as requested.
• Assist with volunteer recognition as requested.
• Act as information source between building staff and District Community Resource Volunteer Program Coordinator and attend Building Coordinator meetings.
• Provide information about volunteer programs to staff and community.
• Provide office coverage for staff breaks and meetings including the front office and copy room.
• Coordinate and partner with school staff on community outreach opportunities, bringing community and organization partnerships into the school.
• Supervise students at lunch/recess. (not scheduled daily - would support covering absent staff)

Minimum qualifications include: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrate ability to work with students.
• Computer and word processing experience helpful.

Bargaining unit: Educational Support Professionals

Salary: View Classification 1 salary grid on the Educational Support Professionals Agreement on Terms and Conditions of Employment.

Work schedule: 6 hours/day, 5 days/week (8:50 am-3:20 pm)

Assignment: 5 hours building volunteer coordinator + 1 hour clerical

Desired start date: September 8, 2026

Osseo Area Schools offers:

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• ...and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District's Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran's Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application. 

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.