School Clerk Assistant

Performs a variety of clerical functions under the supervision of the school principal, including typing correspondence, opening and distributing mail, and serving as a receptionist. The role involves working in a Chicago Public Schools facility and requires good knowledge of general clerical office methods and basic office machines. The School Clerk Assistant will also be responsible for scheduling appointments, receiving and placing telephone calls, and responding to general inquiries from students, parents, and guardians.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities of the School Clerk Assistant include typing correspondence, opening and distributing mail, serving as a receptionist, scheduling appointments, receiving and placing telephone calls, and responding to general inquiries. The role also involves operating basic office machines, such as photocopiers, duplicators, fax machines, and adding machines.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be a good fit for this role, you should have good knowledge of general clerical office methods and basic office machines. You should also be able to follow oral and written instructions, communicate effectively and tactfully with school personnel, students, parents, and guardians, and have good skill in basic arithmetic, typing skills, oral and written communication skills, and personal computer skills.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school (or G.E.D. equivalent)
• Ability to type 35 words per minute with fewer than 10 errors
• General clerical work experience is highly desirable
• Good knowledge of general clerical office methods, procedures, and practices
• Good knowledge of basic office machines and equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with school personnel, students, parents, and guardians

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves