Executive Assistant for the Office of Academics
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Executive Assistant for the Office of Academics JobID: 2524

Position Type:

Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary / Executive Assistant

Date Posted:

4/14/2016

Location:

* Central Office

Closing Date:

04/27/2016

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POSITION: Executive Assistant for the Office of Academics

REPORTS TO: Chief of Academics

SUMMARY: Performs administrative and executive/secretarial duties of a confidential and responsible nature requiring broad knowledge of up to date office procedures in a professional, administrative environment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

* Associate Degree in Secretarial Sciences preferred. Minimum of 5 years working in a school/central office environment.

* Knowledge of applicable state and federal guidelines regarding special education, magnet and choice schools.

* Thorough knowledge of school district databases, a must.

* Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices where necessary.

* Highly proficient in the use of modern office equipment, including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access and other applicable programs.

* Excellent organizational skills.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

* Expert in the use of proper English with correct spelling, punctuation and letter form.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality and have strong work ethic.

* High degree of professionalism with strong customer service orientation and demonstrated ability to deal effectively, fairly and courteously with people and to establish and maintain effective work relationships.

* Ability to handle fast-paced environment, multiple tasks and must be detail oriented.

* Ability to take directives and follow through with initiative.

* Ability to work under stress and within time constraints.

* Must have good evaluations and attendance record.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff.

* Ability to periodically work an extended and/or flexible schedule to meet the demands of the schools.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve - Month Work Year/Salary Commensurate with education and experience.

UNION AFFILIATION: Hartford Federation of School Secretaries

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: All current internal and external applicants must submit an online application.

To apply, go to: Or go to www.hartfordschools.org and follow the appropriate link.

Position Subject to Available Funding

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D