Executive Assistant - Strategic Communications at Wichita Public Schools, Alvin E. Morris Administrative Center (AMAC)

Executive Assistant - Strategic Communications at Wichita Public Schools in Alvin E. Morris Administrative Center (AMAC). Est. up to $100k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Position Function: Performs a wide variety of duties, some of a confidential nature that may be required but not limited to answering phones, drafting district communication, preparing digital and physical mailings, proofreading, editing, compiling and preparing reports, maintaining supervisor's appointment calendar, composing and responding to correspondence, scheduling meetings, organizing materials for meetings, serving as recording secretary, organizing and coordinating internal events, and assisting department relative to any function requested or needed.
Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave

• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Additional Duties: Performs other tasks as assigned.
Equipment: This position is required to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.
Travel: Occasional travel between schools and central offices may be required.
Physical and Mental Demands:

• Occasional overtime required

• Attendance at required departmental meetings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Excellent people person and excellent telephone skills

• Listen well to others

• Able to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to produce computer generated reports and correspondence

• Knowledge of schools, procedures, needs, and issues

• Attention to organization and detail

• Ability to perform a variety of tasks and change assignments on short notice, perform under deadlines and work in a calm and efficient manner

• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality

• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance

• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Interrelations:

• Contact with district personnel, community members and elected Board of Education officials

• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks

• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy

• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues

• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service