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Oakland Schools

Technology Department Secretary Job at Oakland Schools in Waterford

Oakland Schools, Waterford, MI, US, 48329

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Position Type:
Administrative and Business Office Support/Secretary/Clerical

Date Posted:
9/24/2025

Location:
Hazel Park Schools Administration Building
(High-Needs School)

District:
Hazel Park Schools

Job Summary

The Information Technology Secretary works directly with the Director of Technology to provide a high level of administrative support and confidentiality in district and department activities. The Information Technology Secretary must operate with a considerable degree of independent judgment and initiative as well as confidentiality.

Tracks and organizes technology assets.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with the operation of the Technology Department, answers the phone, greets visitors, answers questions and provides information as requested.

• Provides guidance and assistance to teachers, administrators, and community members in answering questions related to the technology department.

• Brief supervisor regarding important issues or conflicts.

• Sets up and maintains staff and student passwords, software, goods and other technology materials.

• Ensures, in the director's absence, that requests for action and information are handled or referred in a timely manner, maintain Help Desk

• Creates graphical materials to communicate Department of Technology activities. • Creates technology related instructional material as directed.

• Manages Department of Technology web pages and intranet sites.

• Manages Department of Technology staff in-service registration site.

• Manages files and records for district grants managed by the Director of Technology; monitors grant balances; answers questions concerning grant expenditure guidelines. Keeps the director informed of grant activity.

• Prepares purchase orders.

• Purchases supplies and equipment and maintains supply inventory.

• Processes time cards/AESOP for the department.

• Distributes and monitors building keys to Technology personnel. Troubleshoots problems with office equipment and calls for service as necessary.

• Manages databases of mobile devices (laptops, Chromebooks, iPads, etc.) Facilitate and track device repairs.

• Manages access to online digital resources

Ancillary Job Functions

• Schedules meetings for the Director of Technology as needed.

• Assists in preparation of reports and other department material.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1-2 years experience as a secretary or other office professional position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Google Applications & Microsoft Office. A test may be required

• Understanding of technology terms and familiarity with technical equipment.

• Knowledge of district computer programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities -

• Ability to operate various office machines (computer, telephone, facsimile, copier, etc.). • Experience with / knowledge of Internet and e-mail communications.

• Strong Google and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) knowledge and ability to use Excel or Google Sheets to provide reporting in various forms.

• Strong Adobe Acrobat knowledge and ability.

• Ability to organize, receive, inventory, ship, track, deliver, and setup basic technology equipment.

• Provide flexible office coverage as needed in support of department operations. • Ability to efficiently maintain an office environment.

• Ability to interact with the staff, co-workers, and the public in a friendly, service oriented manner.

• Ability to function independently, adapt to change, and make sound judgment calls. • High level of organizational proficiency and ability to multitask successfully.

• Ability to interpret and communicate departmental and district policies, rules, and regulations.

• Ability to format and type correspondence, forms, memoranda, and reports from handwritten drafts or dictation; duplicates materials.

• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality on sensitive issues.

Work Environment -

• Normal office environment and moderate noise levels.

• Experience frequent interruptions; required to meet flexible deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work at a desk/computer for extended periods of time.

• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.