2026-27 Administrative Assistant (open until filled)


Job Location:

Harrisburg, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department/Location: School Office
Reports To: Building Principal
Work Schedule/Term: 10 Month Position (as assigned)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Position Summary

The School Office Administrative Assistant provides administrative clerical and customer service support to ensure the efficient operation of the school office and school. This position serves as a primary point of contact for students staff families and visitors; manages office communications; supports daily school operations; and assists building leaders with scheduling recordkeeping and general administrative duties. This role may assist with health-related tasks such as medication distribution in accordance with District policy and training. The assistant must maintain confidentiality and professionalism and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced school environment.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Office & Administrative Support

  • Greet and assist students families staff and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner.
  • Manage phone calls emails and office communications; direct inquiries to appropriate staff.
  • Maintain organized office files records and correspondence ensuring compliance with FERPA and District policies.
  • Prepare letters reports forms and other documents as requested by the administration.
  • Assist with school-wide communication mail distribution copying and general office coordination.
  • Maintain accurate student attendance and office-related data in District systems.

Student & Staff Support

  • Support student attendance processes including recording tardies absences and early dismissals.
  • Assists students with basic needs including triage of health concerns and general support.
  • Coordinate student passes sign-in/sign-out procedures and daily office traffic.
  • Support staff with scheduling requests room reservations or administrative resources.
  • Support scheduling and logistics for substitutes as needed.

Health Office & Medication Support

  • Assist in the health office as needed following District procedures and training.
  • Administer and document medications to students only as authorized under District policy.
  • Communicate with parents/guardians regarding minor student health needs when appropriate.
  • Always maintain the confidentiality of student health information.

Other Duties

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary coursework in office administration preferred.
  • Previous experience in an office customer service or school setting preferred.
  • Completion or willingness to complete approved Medication Administration Training Program.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) and Google Workspace or similar platforms.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally.
  • Ability to learn navigate and be trained in the districts electronic door access systems including basic troubleshooting and credential management.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and support multiple supervisors.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent keyboarding sitting standing walking speaking and light lifting (up to 25 lbs).
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer printer copier and phone systems.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

  • Work performed in a school office setting with frequent interaction with students families and staff.
  • Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
  • Some occasional evening or extended hours may be required during school events or peak periods.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.


Required Experience:

Junior IC

Department/Location: School Office Reports To: Building Principal Work Schedule/Term: 10 Month Position (as assigned) FLSA Status: Non-ExemptPosition SummaryThe School Office Administrative Assistant provides administrative clerical and customer service support to ensure the efficient operation of t...