Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is hiring: Secretary - Principal Alternative Schoo

Overview Job title: Secretary - Principal Alternative School (Anticipated Start Date January 2026) Location: AEP Date Posted: 10/6/2025 Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Campus Principal Department/School: Assigned Campus Pay Grade: CT5 - 210 Days Primary Purpose: Facilitate the efficient operation of the school office and provide clerical services to the principal. Qualifications Education/Certification/Licensure High school diploma or GED Special Knowledge/Skills Proficient skills in keyboarding, word processing, and file maintenance Effective organization, communication and interpersonal skills Basic math skills and bookkeeping skills Basic knowledge in Microsoft Systems Ability to follow written instructions Ability to operate multi-line phone system Special Knowledge and Skills Proficiency in counseling children, adolescents, and families Strong knowledge and application of solution-focused brief counseling strategies Training/experience with activity-based counseling (e.g., play therapy, sand tray) Knowledge of local mental health and community resources Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Fluency in Spanish preferred Preferred Experience Three years of successful secretarial or clerical experience preferably in a related field Major Responsibilities and Duties Records and Reports Demonstrate acceptable work habits including teamwork, initiative and dependability. Report to work on time each day Organize and manage the routine work activities in the school office. Serve as receptionist for the school office Responsible for the input of TEAMS/PEIMS data as directed. Enroll/withdraw students as necessary. Perform routine bookkeeping tasks, including simple arithmetic operations of the office. Maintain and monitor budget process. Follow procedures to handle petty cash disbursements. Order and maintain supplies. Make appointments and maintain office calendar. Compile, prepare, and submit various reports for the office. Input computer data for the school. Reception, Phones and Correspondence Receive, sort, and distribute mail and other documents to staff members. Assign duties to the clerical aide and health aide as directed by the principal. Receive incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route all to appropriate staff. Prepare correspondence, forms, reports, etc. for the principal Compose letters and memos as directed. Other Maintain confidentiality of all information Participate in staff development training programs when appropriate. Keep informed and comply with all state and district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions. Responsible for the input of TEAMS/PEIMS data as directed. Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis. Equipment Used Personal computer and peripherals, copier, calculator, multi-line telephone, postage machine, folding machine, laminating machine, and fax Working Conditions Mental Demands Ability to read Ability to communicate effectively (verbal) Ability to operate computer Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects Ability to perform basic math functions Ability to adapt to varied situations Ability to concentrate with various distractions Physical Demands Frequent repetitive hand motions Frequent prolonged use of computer Occasional bending Occasional stooping Occasional kneeling Occasional driving of a vehicle Environment Family oriented office environment Normal office environment Numerous phone calls Subject to frequent interruptions Subject to frequent deadlines Requires travel throughout district Subject to temperature extremes The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job is not an employment agreement or contract. The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Administrative Industries: Administrative and Support Services #J-18808-Ljbffr