One (1) FTE Secretary/Dispatcher
8 Hours/230 Days
Transportation Department
Must possess a High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
and have basic computer skills.
How To Apply:
You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.
Providing a resume, and additional attachments are optional. Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name, address, phone and email address.
Licking Heights does place an emphasis on accepting a diverse pool of candidates reflecting the school district's student population.
Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Employment Opportunity: The Licking Heights Local School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), military status, ancestry, or age in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
POSITION: DISPATCHER/SECRETARY
RESPONSIBLE TO: TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR
INTRODUCTION:
At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do.
We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building
character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing
milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every
student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive
school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities,
fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.
To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills,
including:
? Passion for education and student well-being
? Effective mentoring and guidance for students
? Strong communication and collaboration skills
? Continuous learning and professional development
? Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
? Openness to two-way communication and community engagement
We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing
professional development aligned with our district''s vision, and creating a safe and empowering
school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an
exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.
JOB GOAL: To assure the smooth operation of the school office so the maximum positive
impact on the education of children can be realized.
QUALIFICATIONS:
? Valid Ohio driver's license, or ability to obtain license
? High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
? One to two years related experience preferred
? Successful completion of a basic secretarial skills test
? Ability to operate general office equipment, including, but not limited to, phones, faxes,
copiers, and computer equipment
? Ability to effectively and efficiently use all components of the Microsoft Office Suite
? Dependable
? Detail oriented
? Demonstrates strong organizational and problem solving skills with little direction
? Demonstrates effective time management skills
? Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others
? Ability to set priorities and work well under pressure with attention to detail, multi-task
effectively
? Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication skills, as well as active
listening skills
? Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up
to a maximum of 50 pounds
? Required to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum
of 50 pounds
? Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and
democratic values
? Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of
Education may find appropriate
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive all radio calls and assist drivers in route needs.
Process discipline reports online through DASL.
Contact school aide and/or the police when needed for drivers.
Maintain confidentiality of correspondence and communication.
Sort and file all pre-trip and fuel log sheets.
Receive and route all incoming calls, meet and assist staff/visitors, both in a professional
and friendly manner.
Prepare and distribute all department correspondence daily.
Maintain confidentiality of correspondence, communications, and student/staff
information.
This includes ability to effectively write letters, build spreadsheets, design a PowerPoint,
and complete other forms of written communication.
department, including, but not limited to, Outlook, DASL, SINC, School Dude, AESOP,
Veritime, Versatrans, and other department specific programs.
Order, process requisitions, receive, store and distribute supplies and equipment daily.
Assist with the maintenance of the department budget. Assist with the creation of the
purpose statement. Process the monthly bank statements for the building credit card.
all office equipment making sure all machines are stocked and in working order. Make
calls for repair as necessary. Assist staff in proper operation when necessary.
Maintain an appropriate department filing system.
Call department substitutes when necessary for classified employees. Assist in
department substitutes' assignments based on daily need. Assist in keeping accurate
records of staff absences and report excessive absences to administration.
procedures with limited assistance from supervisor.
help with injuries/illness of staff and students, which could include calling appropriate
assistance if needed and/or other contacts.
supervisor.
Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment is mandatory.
Serve as a role model for staff.
Perform other such duties as may be directed by the supervisor.
WORK CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics, described here, are not listed in order of importance, and
are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and
responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is
for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of
the duties performed for this position.
? Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
? Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
? Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
? Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
? Exposure to loud noises
? Many situations that require repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and
writing
? Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with
hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop
? Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up
to a maximum of 50 pounds
? Frequent interruption of duties by students, visitors, staff, and telephones
EVALUATION: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the
Transportation Coordinator in accordance with the provisions of the Board's
policy.
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