Clerk - Assessment Technician

THIS POSITION IS FOR 8 HOURS PER DAY AT 185 DAYS PER YEAR.
PAY FOR THIS POSITION IS: PSE SALARY SCHEDULE LEVEL 8 - $ 27.99

This position's responsibilities are to assist the Assessment staff and relevant building staff in coordinating program activities. Responsibilities include producing a variety of correspondence and reports; supporting data needs, working with the district student information systems, and providing a variety of program office support.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
Depending upon the individual assignment, the Assessment Technician may perform all or a combination of the following:
 

1. Manages multiple assessment systems and databases with users, students, test set-up, and assessment results.
2. Matches and assigns state student identification numbers to all new students in the district.
3. Creates and refines data charts and tables for assessment results using databases and spreadsheets. Responds to requests for data from a variety of sources.
4. Assists during assessment cycles; disperses and collects assessment data; provides support, materials and assistance to district and building assessment coordinators
5. Receives and answers telephone and in person inquiries concerning assessment matters.
6. Types correspondence, forms and reports on word processing, email, slideshow software. Gathers, composes, formats, types, edits, and distributes required correspondence; supports and maintains information for assessment programs.
7. May provide clerical support in the department as needed.
8. Provides a wide variety of backup and peak load office support, such as answering telephones, assisting office visitors, and performing a wide variety of word processing, typing, and filing.
9. May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Models appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information, consistent with district ethical guidelines.
10. Performs related duties consistent with scope and intent of the position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to assigned Director of Curriculum and Assessment.

MENTAL DEMANDS
Required to shift multiple demands and tasks; requires concentration and attention to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Required to sit for prolonged periods; exposed to visual display terminal for prolonged periods; dexterity and precision required in the operation of the computer. Must be able to lift 40-pound boxes.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education and Experience
Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out the assignment, including training in
accounting procedures, data display and analysis and general office procedures and three (3) years of office
experience, involving accounting, and communications.
 
Allowable Substitutions
College course work in accounting/bookkeeping and data display/analysis or related field may substitute
for up to two (2) years of required experience on a year-for year basis; and, such other alternatives to the
above qualifications that the district may find appropriate and acceptable.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to read, write, speak and communicate effectively. High-level keyboarding and data entry skills.
Ability to operate a computer and learn the operation of specific software programs including word
processing and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of effective English usage, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to establish and maintain accurate records. Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting concepts.
Ability to produce clear data charts and graphs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationship with staff, students, parents, and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
 
Licenses/Special Requirements
Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving
physical molestation, abuse, injury or neglect of a minor. Must complete training in and adhere to district
infection control plan. 

PSE UNIT AFFILIATION
 Secretarial/Clerical

CONDITIONS
The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

WAGES AND BENEFITS
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Non-Discrimination Policy

Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance / Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Debbie Carlman, [email protected], 253.800.2019; Title IX Coordinator, Mel Boyd, [email protected], 253.800.2029; and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson-Merritt, [email protected], 253.800.2301. All individuals may be reached at this address: 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: bethelsd.org.

Application Procedure: 
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