School Secretary

 
Effective Date(s): October 2024
 
Staff Needed:   One (1) School Secretary
 
Qualifications:
  

1. Have earned a high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Have a minimum of two years of successful experience in a related secretarial or office position, or be a graduate of a recognized program of secretarial studies.
3. Demonstrate excellent secretarial skills, including at least 50 words per minute at the keyboard with a minimum of errors, general bookkeeping skills, organizational and filing skills, and the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.
4. Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or an equivalent computer program.
5. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
6. Demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette, with proper voice inflection
7. Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
8. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community, including difficult emotional situations.
9. Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
10. Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly persons offense in accordance with 18A:6-7.1.
11. Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities with reasonable accomodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
12. Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted on the Paterson Public Schools website