Lead Secretary (FTE 1.0) Job at West Hartford Public Schools in West Hartford

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West Hartford Public Schools seeks an outstanding candidate for the position of lead secretary at Sedgwick Middle School. The lead secretary supports the school community by providing a welcoming environment and secretarial support to the Principal and staff members. This is a full-time, 12‑month position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior secretarial experience in a school setting.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving skills; ability to work with confidential information and attention to detail.
• Fluent computer skills including: Power School, Google Workspace, Canva, Smore, Microsoft Office, and AESOP.
• Ability to perform responsibly and interact with staff, students, and the public in a self‑reliant, courteous, and professional manner.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Duties

• Provide secretarial support to the Principal and staff members.
• Co‑lead the main office staff.
• Complete daily assignments and all job‑related responsibilities with care, accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Oversee functions of office staff and act as a liaison between staff and administrators.
• Maintain files and records.
• Provide additional support as needed.

Please include a current resume and 3 letters of recommendation dated within the last 365 days.

Excellent salary, benefits, and working conditions.

Salary: per the WHFES salary schedule.

Equity and Anti‑Racism Vision

We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and honor all in our community as unique individuals capable of maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities. We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with all families in the service of the success of each child.

Location: Hartford, CT