49730 OFFICE SUPPORT I

Please Apply Here:

https://ltmwebprod01.dpsk12.org/ltmprod/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=90I

STUDENT EQUITY & OPPORTUNITY

Traditional 240 work days 

FTE: 1.0

Starting Salary Range: $15.87 - $16.58/hour

Essential Functions and Objectives:

Supports individual, team or department through practical application of knowledge, use of proven techniques, and adherence to procedures. Primary focus on execution of assigned tasks in a specific area of responsibility, with a non-technical scope and a high degree of customer service.  

Under direct supervision, perform routine clerical and administrative functions for a department. Responsible for basic typing, filing, mail distribution and telephone coverage.

- Performs routine transactions, assists team activities, interacts with stakeholders to solve problems or resolve complaints, gathers information, consults with management on actions to be taken in order to support short-term operations and ensure compliance.

- Performs data entry and verification, keeps accurate files/records, creates detailed reports, using various existing systems for accurate, timely, and compliant records.

- Receives, understands, and disseminates information to appropriate stakeholders. Answers questions, solves problems effectively and escalates appropriately. Demonstrates positive, optimistic and service-oriented mindset to ensure positive relations with stakeholders.

- Contributes to identifying process inefficiencies and proposes solutions and supports improvement efforts in order to support long-term success.

- Performs various basic office duties, including: answering phones, greeting visitors, distributing mail, order office supplies, filing. 

- Create, type, distribute, prepare and mail routine correspondence, checking for completeness and accuracy.

- Operate and utilize computers and related software and various district applications. 

- Provide appropriate records and documents through our online record request ordering system according to FERPA and district policy.

- Update and maintain the calendar of appointments. 

- Assist with event operations; reserving rooms, order catering, set up, etc.

- Operate and troubleshoot standard office equipment. 

- School - May provide additional support for other operational needs such as student safety, including delegated nursing duties, purchasing and budget duties. 

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience & Other Qualifications:

- One (1) or more years’ experience in administrative/clerical work. 

- Basic knowledge and experience with computer-based spreadsheet, data base, and word processing software. 

- Experience producing various general office documents, analysis and recommendations. 

- Effective time management and organizational skills.

- Effective communication skills.

- Strong attention to detail.

- Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines.

- The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance.

- Work collaboratively with others on a team.

- Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment.

- Ability to work effectively as member of team. 

- Ability to multi-task and complete work with frequent interruptions.

- Ability to communicate clearly in both written and oral formats. 

- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills. 

- Basic proficiency with MS Office, Google Suite and other computer software programs. 

- Bilingual skills preferred.

Education Requirements:

- High School diploma, completion of G.E.D., or equivalent.

Additional Information:

- Work Year Calendars (including accrued time off): http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1129

- Benefits (including DPS contributions): http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1397

- Compensation Structures: http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/244

- Employee must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.  

About Denver Public Schools:

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation.  DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.  

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth.  Learn more at dpsk12.org.  

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Please use the following link to apply online from a computer https://ltmwebprod01.dpsk12.org/ltmprod/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=90I