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CROTON HARMON SCHOOLS The Croton-Harmon School District hasAnticipated Openings for Secretary to School PrincipalIn the Middle and High School: This is a competitive Civil Service position; the individual must have passed the Civil Service exam for:Secretary to School Principal and be reachable and/or currently be in this title. Or be hired provisionally: sit for new exam when offered by Civil Service, when the test is scored, the individual that the District selected for provisional appointment will have had to pass the exam and be one of the top three scores in order to remain in the position (and then moved to probationary status).DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:Under general supervision, an incumbent of this position performs executive secretarial services for an elementary, middle school, junior high or high school principal, relieving the principal of administrative details.This position differs from the Secretary to School Principal (Stenographer) in that the stenographic skill is not required. The position requires a full range of skills in the operation of a computer to maximize equipment capability in compiling and producing correspondence, records, reports, files, etc. The position also requires the frequent use of independent judgement in the application of prescribed methods and procedures where policies have already been established. There is a considerable amount of contact with the public and/or fellow employees. Supervision may be exercised over the work of lower level clerical workers. Does related work as required. EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)Performs executive secretarial functions for school principal;Relieves school principals of details which do not require their personal attention by the use of discretion, tact and thorough knowledge of district/office policies and procedures;Uses a variety of automated systems equipment to produce such materials as correspondence, reports, contracts, specifications and/or other data;Uses computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments;Maintains calendar of appointments for the Principal, ensuring the Principal is apprised of all appointments and changes as well as matters requiring immediate attention;Takes notes of minutes of meetings or hearings and prepares them to be in final document format;Answers telephone and responds to requested information and/or refers inquiries to the appropriate party;Arranges appointments and meetings and prepares materials for them;Compiles a variety of data to be used as a basis for reports and prepares reports or statements;Maintains files for the Principal, ensuring that material is properly marked and accessible for immediate use by the Principal;Performs responsible clerical work in the maintenance of complex and confidential records and files, both manually and by use of computers;Opens, sorts, and screens incoming mail and answers routine correspondence; routes remainder to the appropriate party;May assign and check the work of other clerical employees;Uses other software applications such as spreadsheets, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:Thorough knowledge of the responsibilities of an executive secretary; thorough knowledge of general business terminology, procedures and equipment;Good knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; good knowledge of the capabilities of computer systems equipment to produce various formats/documents such as correspondence, reports, tables, charts and file storage/retrieval;Ability to manipulate a standard alphanumeric keyboard at a rate of not less than 35 words per minute; ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to compose and edit routine letters and memoranda; ability to handle administrative details independently; ability to deal effectively with others;Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; ability to compile data and prepare reports; ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others; clerical aptitude; accuracy; resourcefulness; initiative; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either (a) five (5) years of secretarial experience in support of higher level administrator(s), or a department or unit head, three (3) years of which must have involved the use of computer applications to maintain records and produce correspondence; or (b) graduation from a post high school secretarial or business school with a degree or certificate* in secretarial sciences, office technology or closely related field and three (3) years of the specialized experience using computer applications as described in (a).SUBSTITUTION: Satisfactory completion of 30 college credits may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the secretarial experience described above. Candidates must have at least one (1) year of the specialized experience using computer applications described in (a).*NOTE 1: A certificate program is defined as the successful completion of a minimum of 6-8courses of study and results in the issuance of a certificate.SPECIAL NOTE: Education beyond the secondary level must be from an institution recognized or accredited by the Board of Regents of the New York State Department of Education as a post-secondary, degree-granting institution. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS: In accordance with the Safe SchoolsAgainst Violence in Education (SAVE) legislation, Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, candidates for appointment in school districts must obtain clearance for employment from the State Education Department prior to employment based upon a fingerprint and criminal history background check.
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Secretary to School Principal
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CROTON HARMON SCHOOLS 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Secretary to School Principal
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CROTON HARMON SCHOOLS The Croton-Harmon School District hasAnticipated Openings for Secretary to School PrincipalIn the Middle and High School: This is a competitive Civil Service position; the individual must have passed the Civil Service exam for:Secretary to School Principal and be reachable and/or currently be in this title. Or be hired provisionally: sit for new exam when offered by Civil Service, when the test is scored, the individual that the District selected for provisional appointment will have had to pass the exam and be one of the top three scores in order to remain in the position (and then moved to probationary status).DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:Under general supervision, an incumbent of this position performs executive secretarial services for an elementary, middle school, junior high or high school principal, relieving the principal of administrative details.This position differs from the Secretary to School Principal (Stenographer) in that the stenographic skill is not required. The position requires a full range of skills in the operation of a computer to maximize equipment capability in compiling and producing correspondence, records, reports, files, etc. The position also requires the frequent use of independent judgement in the application of prescribed methods and procedures where policies have already been established. There is a considerable amount of contact with the public and/or fellow employees. Supervision may be exercised over the work of lower level clerical workers. Does related work as required. EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only)Performs executive secretarial functions for school principal;Relieves school principals of details which do not require their personal attention by the use of discretion, tact and thorough knowledge of district/office policies and procedures;Uses a variety of automated systems equipment to produce such materials as correspondence, reports, contracts, specifications and/or other data;Uses computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments;Maintains calendar of appointments for the Principal, ensuring the Principal is apprised of all appointments and changes as well as matters requiring immediate attention;Takes notes of minutes of meetings or hearings and prepares them to be in final document format;Answers telephone and responds to requested information and/or refers inquiries to the appropriate party;Arranges appointments and meetings and prepares materials for them;Compiles a variety of data to be used as a basis for reports and prepares reports or statements;Maintains files for the Principal, ensuring that material is properly marked and accessible for immediate use by the Principal;Performs responsible clerical work in the maintenance of complex and confidential records and files, both manually and by use of computers;Opens, sorts, and screens incoming mail and answers routine correspondence; routes remainder to the appropriate party;May assign and check the work of other clerical employees;Uses other software applications such as spreadsheets, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:Thorough knowledge of the responsibilities of an executive secretary; thorough knowledge of general business terminology, procedures and equipment;Good knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; good knowledge of the capabilities of computer systems equipment to produce various formats/documents such as correspondence, reports, tables, charts and file storage/retrieval;Ability to manipulate a standard alphanumeric keyboard at a rate of not less than 35 words per minute; ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to compose and edit routine letters and memoranda; ability to handle administrative details independently; ability to deal effectively with others;Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; ability to compile data and prepare reports; ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others; clerical aptitude; accuracy; resourcefulness; initiative; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either (a) five (5) years of secretarial experience in support of higher level administrator(s), or a department or unit head, three (3) years of which must have involved the use of computer applications to maintain records and produce correspondence; or (b) graduation from a post high school secretarial or business school with a degree or certificate* in secretarial sciences, office technology or closely related field and three (3) years of the specialized experience using computer applications as described in (a).SUBSTITUTION: Satisfactory completion of 30 college credits may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the secretarial experience described above. Candidates must have at least one (1) year of the specialized experience using computer applications described in (a).*NOTE 1: A certificate program is defined as the successful completion of a minimum of 6-8courses of study and results in the issuance of a certificate.SPECIAL NOTE: Education beyond the secondary level must be from an institution recognized or accredited by the Board of Regents of the New York State Department of Education as a post-secondary, degree-granting institution. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS: In accordance with the Safe SchoolsAgainst Violence in Education (SAVE) legislation, Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, candidates for appointment in school districts must obtain clearance for employment from the State Education Department prior to employment based upon a fingerprint and criminal history background check.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
OLAS is an online job application system for K-12 Education. The platform connects you with more than 10,000 school jobs, including educator, non-instructional, and administrator positions in New York State and surrounding areas.
OLAS job services are provided by PNW BOCES. Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionAdministrative IndustriesAdministrative and Support Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CROTON HARMON SCHOOLS by 2x Get notified about new School Secretary jobs in
Croton-On-Hudson, NY . Secretary to School Principal (Crompond) , Probationary Yorktown Heights, NY $35,000.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks ago Secretary to School Administrator (Business Office), Probationary Yorktown Heights, NY $65,000.00-$80,000.00 2 months ago Secretary to School Principal (Middle School), Probationary Yorktown Heights, NY $35,000.00-$70,000.00 2 weeks ago Highland Mills, NY $40,000.00-$75,000.00 9 months ago Secretary to School Principal - Temporary Yorktown Heights, NY $35,000.00-$70,000.00 1 month ago Briarcliff Manor, NY $16.50-$18.00 1 day ago Ramsey, NJ $45,000.00-$53,000.00 5 months ago Newburgh, NY $40,000.00-$50,000.00 2 years ago Rosedale, NY $50,000.00-$60,000.00 2 years ago White Plains, NY $20.00-$20.00 3 weeks ago Yorktown Heights, NY $16.00-$23.45 1 week ago Administrative Assistant 1/Trainee 1/Trainee 2 (NY HELPS) White Plains, NY $44,391.00-$61,447.00 1 week ago Receptionist/Scheduler- Full Time-Various LocationsFirst Impressions Coordinator (Receptionist) (PT) (Saturday and Sunday 4pm -10pm) Yorktown Heights, NY $34,820.00-$51,950.00 6 hours ago Sleepy Hollow, NY $34,820.00-$51,950.00 6 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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