Monona Grove School District has an opening for a 1.0 FTE Administrative Assistant I at Winnequah School. This is a 10-month position. Position to begin approximately September 9, 2024.

Overview

The Monona Grove School District is seeking a qualified Administrative Assistant I at Winnequah School. This position is responsible for administrative support for the principal and building, serving grades 4K -5.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the principal and school.
Greet visitors upon arrival and direct to appropriate locations in the building.
Prioritize work and develop and implement office systems.
Manage and complete tasks related to student attendance, including, but not limited to, Infinite Campus input, follow-up phone calls, checking in all tardy students, and monitoring and sending attendance letters.
Screen and refer calls, take telephone messages, make appointments and provide a wide variety of information in response to inquiries.
Ensure appropriate handling of confidential information flowing into and out of the office, managing sensitive issues and communications responsibly.
Work with staff on ordering materials including completing purchase orders, finding quotes, selecting items, and checking in packages.
Attend meetings and training sessions related to District programs and initiatives.
Help with office duties such as mail distribution, bulletin boards, special events, and communication home regarding enrollment and the next school year.
Gather information and publish parent newsletter on a monthly basis.
Contribute photos and captions to building website and District social media outlets.
Provide back-up support in the health room, distributing medications as needed and providing for care of health needs.
Manage building activity accounts.
Create, update and distribute student/parent handbook and crisis binders.
Participate in First Aid/CPR trainings.
Attend work regularly.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience working in a school setting preferred.
First Aid/CPR training or willingness to attend training.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Must be motivated, flexible, personable, and enthusiastic.
Must be organized and able to work with nominal direct supervision.
Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
Must be well organized and demonstrate initiative.
Must demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain exemplary relationships by using appropriate interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work effectively as part of a team.
Must be able to produce work in a timely and accurate manner.
Must be able to maintain self-control under stressful situations without exhibiting negative behaviors.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, and interact with others to accomplish tasks without arousing hostility
Must have knowledge of good grammar, spelling, punctuation and basic math abilities.
Must be patient and understanding in interacting with students, parents and staff.

Internal Applicants

Please submit an application on Applitrack and send a letter of interest and resume to andrea.rosemeyer@mgschools.net by August 26, 2024.

External Applicants

For best consideration please submit a completed application by September 2, 2024. Position will be open until filled.

Monona Grove School District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages resumes from diverse, bi-lingual or multi-lingual candidates. MGSD does not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age.

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