• Amherst, MA
    26 days ago

    Job Description

    TEMPORARY SUBSTITUTE CLERICAL SUPPORT

    Central Office - Curriculum Department and Family Center

    Position Type

    Temporary, substitute/per diem; leave coverage

    Classification

    Clerical Substitute

    Location

    Central Office

    Schedule

    As needed, based on operational and leave-coverage needs

    Assignment Length

    Determined by the length of the leave; currently unknown

    Position Summary

    The District is seeking a dependable and flexible temporary substitute clerical employee to provide per-diem administrative support in Central Office while covering an employee leave. The position will support the Curriculum Department and Family Center, with primary responsibility for school choice, elementary student registration, and other administrative tasks as assigned.

    Essential Responsibilities

    • Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Curriculum Department and Family Center.
    • Support the District''s school choice process, including organizing applications and records, communicating routine information, and assisting with related administrative requirements.
    • Assist families with elementary student registration and enrollment, including receiving and reviewing documentation, entering information, and following up on incomplete materials.
    • Answer and direct telephone calls, respond to routine inquiries, and welcome visitors in a professional and helpful manner.
    • Prepare, organize, copy, scan, file, and distribute documents and materials.
    • Enter, update, and maintain information in District systems, spreadsheets, and records, while protecting confidential information.
    • Assist with scheduling, correspondence, mailings, supply organization, and meeting or event preparation.
    • Communicate and collaborate effectively with Central Office departments, school staff, families, and community partners.
    • Perform other related administrative duties as assigned to meet temporary coverage needs.

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent required; additional administrative training or college coursework preferred.
    • Prior clerical, office, school-district, or customer-service experience preferred.
    • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Working knowledge of common office technology, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and shared electronic files.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow directions, work collaboratively, and maintain accuracy.
    • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and use sound judgment when handling student, family, and employee information.
    • Multilingual skills are valued and encouraged.

    Terms of Employment

    This is a temporary, per-diem clerical assignment created to provide leave coverage and operational support. Workdays and hours will be scheduled based on District needs. The length of the assignment will be determined by the duration of the employee leave, which is unknown at this time.

    Application

    Please submit an application through the District''s online employment system. The position will remain open until filled.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAmherst, MA

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Documentation Reviewunmatched
    • Email Technologyunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
    • Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Multilingualunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Primary Schoolunmatched
    • Spreadsheetsunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Telephone Skillsunmatched
    • Training/Teaching Curriculumunmatched
    • Word Processingunmatched

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