Job Abstract

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision of the Director, Supervisor, or Administration Services Manager, and in collaboration with central office and school staff, performs varied office and secretarial work. This level is the first full secretarial level in the non-school-based secretarial series. After familiarization with the work, terminology and procedures, employees exercise initiative by performing and following through independently on a variety of matters requiring an understanding of the unit programs and related organizational units and functions of MCPS. Positions require good office clerical skills.

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Considerable knowledge of business English, general vocabulary, spelling, and arithmetic. Working knowledge of secretarial procedures. Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Ability to provide timely and accurate office support services to staff, compose routine office correspondence, setup and maintain office files, and manage office support services. Ability and skill in the proficient operation of desktop computer systems and common office equipment to needed to perform word processing or data system tasks required.Ability to communicate effectively required. Bilingual candidates who are fluent in Spanish and English desirable. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
High School or GED diploma required. One year experience in performing responsible clerical and secretarial work in a busy office environment. Fluent in Spanish and English desirable. Other combinations of education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.