Office Clerk

Office Clerk JobID: 6957 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary/Clerical Date Posted: 6/15/2026 Location: Alice Smith Elementary Additional Information: Show/Hide At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do. As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no "typical" Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning. We seek educators and staff who are equity-minded, culturally responsive, and deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces where all learners can thrive. We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation. You are welcome at Hopkins. You belong at Hopkins. SUMMARY: Performs basic clerical and office support duties; updates files, records and computer database; provides information and assistance to customers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Performs basic clerical and administrative support duties for assigned work group within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with policies and quality standards; duties may vary according to job assignment. Updates and maintains a variety of electronic and paper files, records, reports and documents. Receives documents, technical records and applications; checks documents for validity and accuracy of information; files paperwork and enters data into computer systems; reports discrepancies to supervisor. Provides a variety of clerical and office assistance duties; makes and distributes copies; schedules meetings; processes mail, correspondence, invoices and other documents. Updates statistical information, reports and technical documents. Accesses files, and locates information for clients, staff, local agencies and others as authorized. Prepares correspondence; compiles and distributes information packets and other communications. Provides customer service, information and assistance to visitors and others having business with Hopkins; responds to requests for information within the scope of authority. Performs basic bookkeeping functions; collects special fees and payments; maintains accounts for budget, payroll, timekeeping, purchasing, transportation, enrollment, attendance, registration, records requests, and special program functions. Answers incoming telephone calls and directs the caller to the correct person or work group; takes and relays messages as appropriate. Orders, receives and distributes supplies and equipment. Cross-trains in a wide variety of clerical and office support duties. Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are…