This job posting will remain "Open Until Filled". This is a 6 hour/day position, and will typically work 193 days in each school year, however, this year will be pro-rated. This position will begin immediately upon hire.

Application Process:

Email a letter of interest to Sarah Braman-Smith - Wy'east Middle School Principal, at sarah.bramansmith@hoodriver.k12.or.us and copy Human Resources at human.resources@hoodriver.k12.or.us

External Applicants (including Substitutes and District Coaches):

Submit an electronic application through TalentEd/Recruit & Hire (link on District website or click this link https://hoodriver.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx)

Include with your electronic application:

• A letter of interest
• Current resume
• Three (3) recent letters of reference or names and contact information for three work-related references.

Job Purpose Statement: The job of "Secretary 1" is done for the purpose of providing clerical support to assigned personnel; communicating information to staff, the public, and other districts; serving as receptionist; and providing information and direction as may be requested or required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Answers telecommunication system and communicates in both English and Spanish, for the purpose of screening calls, transferring calls, responding to inquiries and/or taking messages.
• Maintains schedules (e.g. meetings, room schedules, bus schedules) for the purpose of coordinating available space and/or activities.
• Maintains regular and appropriate attendance and is on time for assignments for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and the expectations of the district.
• Processes documents and materials (e.g. schedules, agendas, mail, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.
• Performs data entry, database and website maintenance.
• Responds to inquiries of staff, the public, parents and/or students in both English and Spanish, for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required.
• Composes documents for the purpose of communicating to staff, parents, students and community in both English and Spanish.

Other Job Functions:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Prepares time sheets for the purpose of submission to administration for approval
• Evaluates situations (i.e. involving other staff, students, parents, the public) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

Experience Required: Prior job related clerical experience.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills to operate standard office equipment including telecommunication equipment and basic computer applications; use English in both written and verbal form, use correct spelling, grammar and punctuation. Bilingual English/Spanish and ability to communicate effectively in both languages, verbally, in written form and on the telephone. Skill with data entry, website and database management.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations related to assigned functions, recordkeeping, standard office equipment.
• Abilities to self-manage schedule and job duties; sit for prolonged periods; work independently and as a member of the office team; understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near visual acuity/visual accommodation.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred.

Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

The successful candidate will need to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and a fingerprint-based, nation-wide criminal background check, if not a current district employee. PROOF OF COVID 19 VACCINATION or qualify for an exception.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.