District Office Administrative Assistant

Momence, Illinois

Momence Community Unit School District 1
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Job Title: District Office Administrative Assistant (Anticipated)
Location: District Office
Reports To: Superintendent
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Position
Position Summary:

The District Office Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative support to the Superintendent and district office staff. This role involves a broad range of responsibilities including office coordination, communication, scheduling, records management, and assisting with basic financial tasks in collaboration with the bookkeeping staff. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, confidential, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the Superintendent's assistant by managing communications, correspondence, and schedules.
  • Prepare, proofread, and distribute agendas, minutes, reports, and other documents for the Board of Education and district meetings, both pre and post meetings.
  • Attend and record minutes at all Board meetings.
  • Maintain Board of Education documents, files, permanent and historical records, including those related to all meetings.
  • Serve as District Clerk filing all legal requirements as well as responding to Freedom of Information inquiries.
  • Register and maintain historical records of mandatory training and professional development for Board Members and district staff.
  • Stay compliant with policies, procedures, and state/federal regulations.
  • Assist bookkeeping staff as needed.
  • Support district wide staff and coordinate work as needed.
  • Provide support during district-wide events and initiatives.
  • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
  • Order supplies, manage mail (internal and external), and schedule maintenance for office equipment.
  • Attend meetings and training as necessary.
  • Prepare and update IASB PRESS Policy in conjunction with District office personnel.
  • Coordinate correspondences and schedules between the Superintendent, Board of Education, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.
Qualifications/Experience/Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Office experience preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and tech skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite).
  • Knowledge of basic accounting/bookkeeping principles preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Capable of maintaining confidential and accurate records.
  • Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, as well as being able to multitask, prioritize, and to be flexible in an environment of multiple tasks and ever changing priorities.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Flexible to work beyond normal working hours, including after hour meetings as required.
  • Successful background check, physical, and Employment History Review.
  • Bilingual skills are a plus.
Salary Range: $16.50-$18.00/hr

Board of Education Recording Secretary Salary - Based on hourly rate

Full-Time/Permanent Position

Excellent Benefit Package

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. It also requires use of computers, good vision, hearing and speech for effective communication.
Date Posted: 07 April 2025
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