ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT-BLAND COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD OFFICE

REPORTS TO:
Superintendent of Schools

QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a GED. experience in executive
secretarial work. Demonstrated proficiency in computer literacy.

MAJOR FUNCTION
Performs highly responsible and confidential duties as a administrative assistant at Bland County School Board. Works independently within the scope of established laws, rules, regulations and procedures, and applies knowledge of departmental organization, programs, and goals of the school system to achieve daily tasks.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manages the daily operations of the School Board Office.
• Receives, screens, sorts, distributes, and acknowledges correspondence
• Receives and screens calls and answers inquiries
• Handles incoming correspondence, both personal and confidential
• Initiates and composes correspondence of a routine and/or complex nature and handles non-routine matters, as required
• Makes decisions based on established procedures and practices and handles administrative details independently
• Coordinates meetings, conferences, speaking engagements, and appointments for staff
• Prepares records, reports, and department spending requests
• Applies knowledge of School Board and system operations and functions as related to informational requests

• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with the public
• Compiles data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of preparing reports, making recommendations, and/or preparing information
• Prepares, maintains, and reviews records and reports for accuracy and completeness
• Maintains complex, confidential files and records of office correspondence, documents, reports and other materials
• Performs related work as required

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan.