ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE COUNSELING OFFICE {#administrative-assistant-to-the-counseling-office dir="ltr"}

Essential Functions and Qualifications:

Ability to exhibit a calm, professional demeanor with children, community members, parents, and staff

Ability to display excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with student privacy laws and applicable district policies

Ability to manage several activities at once and prioritize tasks accordingly

Willingness and ability to be highly productive, detail-oriented, and committed to quality work production

Ability to work independently and complete tasks in a timely manner

Ability to accurately interpret and apply state and school regulations and protocols as it pertains to student attendance and pupil accounting standards, health and safety procedures, and other reporting requirements as assigned

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google G-Suite (Drive, Docs, Calendar, Gmail, etc.)

Ability to learn new software systems, including the district student information management system, and optimize processes and procedures related to each software tool to ensure accurate and timely completion of job responsibilities

Knowledge of basic first aid procedures or willing to be trained (i.e., CPR and student medication administration, etc.)

Comprehensive knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, spelling, arithmetic, proofreading, and editing

Effective and accurate typing (speed 55 wpm)

Excellent telephone etiquette

Excellent attendance record

Two years of experience in a similar setting (preferred)

Testing:

All candidates may be required to take skills tests to demonstrate proficiency in the above-listed skill areas

Location: East Grand Rapids High School Rate: Per the Support Staff Contract, Administrative Assistant Classification, Category I Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Start Date: August 2025 To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp Deadline: Until Filled

East Grand Rapids Public Schools

Latest Jobs

High School Counseling Office Administrative Assistant