Secretary - Principal

• Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/ or abilities required:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Advanced secretarial skills including but not limited to experience with Microsoft Suite – MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Google email and / or financial software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills with an ability to work with district staff, students and parents.
• Possess good judgment in responding to parents, guardians and other members of the public.
• High degree of organization.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
• Previous Experience is a school system a plus
• Knowledge of PowerSchool a plus
• Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform secretarial duties to include but are not limited to manage & maintaining office documents, faxing, photocopying, all written and electronic correspondence, financial documents and records.
• Answer and direct telephone inquiries.
• Support district staff, parents and others with questions and concerns.
• Schedule and maintain meetings, appointments, and electronic calendars.
• Maintain schedules and calendars for state required reports and other time sensitive activities.
• Provide logistical support for building and department activities.
• Coordinates special education and 504 meetings, paperwork, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Provide secretarial support to school administration.
• Responsible for student records to include registration and withdrawal of all students, demographics, free/reduced lunch forms, bus passes, etc.
• Responsible for monthly enrollment report.
• Collects and maintains records on disciplinary measures; if applicable
• Works with all forms and records involving staff absenteeism and substitute coverage.
• Provides relief for and helps office receptionists with students, parents, visitors and staff members.
• Maintains records on field trips, guest visitors, and dismissals; if applicable
• Works with Principal on district-wide testing of students.

• Full-time – 12 Month
• Salary & Benefits, as per Union Contract -

Application Procedure: - Apply online at:

All application materials must be submitted online, through Frontline. Should you have difficulty in submitting your online application, please contact Human Resources at 860-210-2200

COMPENSATION & WAGE RANGE DISCLOSURE:

In accordance with Connecticut General Statutes § 31-40z (Wage Range Disclosure), hourly wage rates and step placement for this position are governed by the Wage Schedule (Classification Class IA, Class I, Class II, or Class III) set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the New Milford Board of Education and the New Milford Educational Secretaries Association, Chapter of Local 136, I.F.P.T.E. To review the full secretarial wage schedule and classification scale, please access the Collective Bargaining Agreement here.

BENEFITS & LEAVE ELIGIBILITY:

Eligible employees in this bargaining unit receive benefits pursuant to the IFPTE Local 136 collective bargaining agreement, including:

• Health & Medical Insurance: Connecticut State Partnership Plan 2.0 (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage) for full-time assignments.
• Paid Leave: Annual allotment of Paid Sick Leave, Personal Days, Paid Vacation Days (for 12-month staff), and Paid Holidays.
• Family & Medical Leave: Job protection under the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and wage-replacement benefit eligibility under the Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (CT Paid Leave) program, supplemented by contractual paid leave allotments. To review the official Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act notice, please visit: U.S. Department of Labor: Wage & Hour Division
• Retirement & Pension: Mandatory enrollment in the Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System (CMERS) or district pension plan as applicable; optional 403(b)/457(b) plans.
• Additional Benefits: Group Life Insurance, Overtime eligibility under FLSA rules, and Longevity Pay where applicable.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & STATUTORY CLEARANCES:

The New Milford Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The New Milford Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The New Milford Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.