Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Level I - Secretary to Principal-Career CenterDate Posted: 11/1/2024Location: Livonia Career Technical Center Date Available: January 2025Closing Date: 11/11/2024POSITION DESCRIPTION Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Secretary to the Principal of Livonia Career Technical Center. The secretary is responsible for a variety of duties in support of the principal and the school community. The secretary's assignments may include correspondence, production of in-house programs & handouts, payroll, notices, announcements, parent reminders, maintaining student, staff, and building files, and assisting in the coordination of school events. DISTRICT OVERVIEW: Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K - post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute. As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you're helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:
- Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
- The district's contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
- Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
- Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
- Optional cash in lieu of medical insurance for those who qualify.
- Dental, vision, and life insurance:
- The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees who have family coverage at 30 hours/week and single coverage at 20 hours/week.
- Long-term disability coverage:
- The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
- Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
- Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
- Longevity pay.
- Paid act of God days, such as snow days.
- Opportunity for career advancement.
Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district's attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must have at least a high school diploma or GED, Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree preferred It is preferred that applicants have at least five years of experience as an administrative assistant or secretary A passionate commitment to working with employees Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders Superior verbal and written communication skills Self directed Possess a high level of professionalism and confidentiality Detail oriented and accurate with data entry Strong computer skills with proficiency in PC-based Microsoft applications, Google Docs, Adobe, Access, Excel and MIStar and/or scheduling in MiStar. Exemplary organizational skills and the ability to multitask efficiently and accept responsibility are essential in this job A knowledge of Career and Technical education would be helpful Contribute to a positive climate and culture MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists the principal in general administrative operations within the school Assists the principal with building and managing the master schedule in MiStar Verify enrollment and attendance for count day Performs internal and external office communication: email, voicemail and miscellaneous written correspondence Organizes and maintains the school filing system; ensures accuracy and completeness of confidential files and employee records; and files and retrieves documents Processes payroll Reviews for accuracy and process various forms (field trips, conferences, etc.) Assists with the coordination, distribution, and collection of beginning and end of year documents from students and staff Reserves, creates, and tracks school related substitutes Prepares documents and publications for school events Assists teachers with documentation, reports, survey, etc. Creates and edits correspondence from the principal Maintains key records and assignments Register and schedule out of district students Performs other functions as assigned CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Specific details involved in the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview and at the time of hiring for the position. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the Livonia Secretarial Association, Michigan Education Association. APPLICATIONS: Applicants must complete and submit an application through Applitrack, available on the Livonia Public Schools webpage. The deadline for applications is: November 11, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or transgender status), national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status-Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) ###-####. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) ###-####.Attachment(s):
- Sec to Principal LCTC 10-30-24.pdf