Building Secretary

Position: Building Secretary (ANTICIPATED)
Term: Beginning 2024-2025 School Year
Classification: Classified Employee
FTE: Full-Time

We invite prospective applicants to apply for the position of BUILDING SECRETARY (ANTICIPATED).

DIRECTIONS
Please complete an online application and attach supporting documentation (Cover Letter and Resume). Note that paper applications are not accepted, and all interested applicants . Applicants must be prepared to submit required background checks that are no more than one year old from the date of issue, in accordance with Pennsylvania law.
Valid PA Driver’s License for independent travel preferred.
Application Deadline:The vacancy is open until a qualified candidate is found and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. (Note that this posting may close or be removed at any time.)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establishes and maintains positive communications and working relationships with district personnel, students, parents, and the community concerning building activities, schedules and events.
• May support and maintain building Social Media accounts.Updates and manages Student Information Management system (enrollment, demographic, emergency information, class schedules, etc.).
• May assist with audits and conduct routine banking or bookkeeping
• Schedules, supports and orients Substitute coverage.
• Schedules, supports and orients Substitute coverage.
• May assist payroll in the investigation and reconciliation of work hour/attendance concerns.
• Demonstrate willingness to assist other employees with projects, initiatives or work overflow.
• Familiarity with applicable district policies, state and federal laws as it relates to the education of students and student records.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal or his/her designee.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of high school diploma or appropriate Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in education, communications, business or related field, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
Minimum 2 years in a communications and or secretarial capacity. Understanding of public school operations and organizational structure preferred.
Note: Selected candidates must be able to produce valid [1] PA State Criminal Record Check (ACT 34), [2] FBI Criminal History Record Investigation (ACT 114), [3] PA DHS Child Abuse History Clearance (ACT 151). and [4] PA Arrest/Conviction Report Certification Form (ACT 24) all within one year of issue at the time of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate (read, write, speak) and comprehend the English language to effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities.
• Ability to be at work during normal business hours (Monday through Friday, and at other times as may be required by the position.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift and reach.
• Repetitive motion of the hands including both fine and gross motor dexterity to manipulate a computer keyboard and when performing routine tasks such as filing.
• Must be able to lift/carry a minimum of 20 lbs.
• Ability to independently ambulate or navigate in and around school buildings and office areas.
• Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support.
• Ability to assist in emergency situations.

COMPENSATION
$35,304.10 Annual plus benefits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Southern Lehigh School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. For further information, contact: Title IX Officer, Southern Lehigh School District, 5775 Main Street, Center Valley, PA 18034.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $35,304.10 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Coopersburg, PA 18036: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person