Secretary - Assistant Principals

Secretary - Assistant Principals JobID: 2426 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary - 12-Months Date Posted: 7/7/2026 Location: Schaghticoke Middle School Closing Date: Open Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY July 7, 2026 Secretary - Assistant Principal Position Title: Secretary to the Assistant Principal � 12 Month Location (s): Schaghticoke Middle School Position Reports To: Building Administration Job ID: # 2426 Internal Close Date: July 14, 2026 Required Certification Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent General Scope of Function The Assistant Principal Secretary plays an integral role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the school's administrative operations. This position provides essential support to the Assistant Principal's office while serving as a key liaison between administration, faculty, students, and families. Preferred Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/ or abilities required: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Advanced secretarial skills including but not limited to experience with Microsoft Suite � MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Google email and / or financial software. Excellent communication and customer service skills with an ability to work with district staff, students and parents. Possess good judgment in responding to parents, guardians and other members of the public. High degree of organization. Maintains a high level of confidentiality. Previous Experience is a school system a plus Knowledge of PowerSchool a plus Ability to work with a minimum of supervision. Essential Duties and Responsibilities EXAMPLE OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Perform secretarial duties to include but are not limited to manage & maintaining office documents, faxing, photocopying, all written and electronic correspondence, financial documents and records. Answer and direct telephone inquiries. Support district staff, parents and others with questions and concerns. Schedule and maintain meetings, appointments, and electronic calendars. Maintain schedules and calendars for state required reports and other time sensitive activities. Provide logistical support for building and department activities. Coordinates special education and 504 meetings, paperwork, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. Provide secretarial support to school administration. Responsible for student records to include registration and withdrawal of all students, demographics, free/reduced lunch forms, bus passes, etc. Responsible for monthly enrollment report. Collects and maintains records on disciplinary measures; if applicable Works with all forms and records involving staff absenteeism and substitute coverage. Provides relief for and helps office receptionists with students, parents, visitors and staff members. Maintains records on field trips, guest visitors, and dismissals; if applicable Works with Assistant Principal on district-wide testing of students. Additional Duties and Responsibilities Physical Activity: The position may require infrequent lifting, pulling or pushing during the normal performance of the tasks and responsibilities. Work may require frequent sitting, walking, and standing in an office environment. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of a Secretary, at a minimum, the essential functions of the position. Work Environment: - Work is performed in the school office environment. Terms of Employment Full-time � 12 Month Salary & Benefits, as per Union Contract - https://www.newmilfordps.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Secretaries-CBA-2024-2027-FINAL.pdf Application Procedure: - Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/newmilfordps/onlineapp/default.aspx All application materials must be submitted online, through Frontline. Should you have difficulty in submitting your online application…