Bookkeeper for Hightower Trail Elementary

TITLE: SECRETARY/BOOKKEEPER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Job Information:

Division: School-Based Job Code: 425

Department / Office: School-Based Pay Grade: 10

Terms of Employment: Position works 210 Days Salary Scale: Classified

Original Adoption Date: October 22, 2021 Revised Date: March 27, 2023

FLSA: Non-Exempt Location: School Based

Retirement: TRS

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISES: N/A

JOB GOAL:

To provide secretarial and bookkeeping services that assure the smooth functioning of the school.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, mathematics, and office practices.

• Ability to work well with the public and others, both in person and over the phone.

• General computer and office machine proficiency.

• Physical demands - must be able to stand, sit, and walk the majority of the day; lift and carry twenty (20) to thirty

(30) pounds frequently. Job also requires some bending and stooping.

JOB DUTIES:

• Is present at work every day and arrives at assigned time.

• Demonstrates an attitude and demeanor that contributes to an atmosphere of harmony and goodwill in the

workplace.

• Interacts in a professional manner with students, staff, and school/district leaders.

• Performs general clerical tasks such as typing, processing of mail, and operation of office machines.

• Prepares and maintains reports; files with accuracy.

• Enters and maintains employee attendance.

• Performs bookkeeping services for all local school accounts and all county/state funds.

• Handles substitute reports.

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• Compiles and edits student handbook.

• Orders and distributes supplies and generates work orders.

• Assists with answering phones and greeting the public on a daily basis, handling the duties created by such.

• Registers students.

• Attends approved training sessions, staff development activities, and required meetings.

• Assists with special needs of students, i.e., sickness, first aid, absenteeism, and emotional needs, as needed.

• Complies with all requirements for mandatory reporting of child abuse, illegal harassment, or any criminal activity

for which the employee becomes aware.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EVALUATION: Performance in this position is evaluated in accordance with the personnel policy on classified evaluations.