Administrative Assistant

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Middle School of the Kennebunks

Salary Range: $25.72 to $32.10 Hourly

As the Administrative Assistant you will deliver measurable results in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the main office at Middle School of the Kennebunks (MSK).

Reports to: Building Principal

Qualifications: We are seeking a highly qualified administrative assistant to join our team - someone who loves what they do. High school diploma required. The ideal candidate should possess a combination of education and relevant work experience and demonstrate a track record of success in office support roles. They should have excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, enabling them to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and customer-service oriented, with a willingness to learn and take initiative to support the smooth operation of the office. Technical responsibilities of the role will require:

• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace
• Experience with database management systems

Proficiency in office equipment operation (multi-line phone systems, printers, scanners, copiers) Basic competence with graphic design tools

• Experience with document management systems and file organization
• Familiarity with video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meets)

Responsibilities:

• Buzz all visitors into building/sign visitors in with the Ident-A-Kid system
• Answer phone calls and provide support to callers
• Accept dropped off student items from parents
• Locate students for dismissal
• Assist students and teachers with daily needs/requests
• Write/read daily announcements – coordinating with teachers, advisors and coaches
• Accept and write out all student bus notes/coordinate email bus notes from parents
• Work with the bus barn regarding bus changes, questions, etc.
• Collect necessary student information forms
• Distribute daily mail
• Photocopiers – general maintenance and repair
• Stock office supplies, if needed
• Sign in tardy students
• Call parents regarding unconfirmed student absences
• Reconcile daily attendance records in PowerSchool between tardy, present and absent students
• Email daily attendance list to staff
• Track the 3 hour minimum attendance requirement for State records
• Track student attendance and send attendance letters to families
• Arrange for and organize all substitute staff members and direct subs upon their arrival
• Make early morning calls to subs for vacancies if needed
• Print class rosters and schedules for subs as needed
• Email daily sub list to staff
• Book building spaces for staff members
• Input MSK facility and work order requests

Assist community members, Parks and Rec, Girl Scouts,etc. with MSK facility requests Approve/decline facility requests for all MSK rooms and fields

• Other duties as assigned by the building principal

Core Competencies:

• Highly organized: you rely on systems/processes to implement and document work; we can count on you to follow through, stay on top of specific tasks, and close loose ends and communication loops; you methodically document decision-making
• Attention to detail: you’re obsessed with accuracy and embrace the importance of “getting it right” you triple-check documentation to ensure you can stand by your work; your discipline enables you to work error-free despite repetitive nature of tasks

Balance collaboration with independent production: you are a skilled collaborator and thought-partner, but are equally comfortable with deep independent dives into your work Communication skills: you communicate clearly and logically; you can articulate complex concepts and the rationale behind them with intention; you can obtain the information you need effectively

• Strategic prioritization: you adjust to emerging realities and needs; you take action on what’s most important; you drive work forward with an urgency to see results
• Customer-service orientation: you see interacting with parents and community members as a critical part of your job, not as an impediment to your job; you see interacting with families and members of the public as an essential part of serving students
• Calm in the storm: you stay grounded and focused when problems emerge; you stand ready to provide support, identify options, and delegate tasks as needed
• Embrace diversity: you value a diversity of perspectives, styles and beliefs; you understand the difference between tolerance and inclusion

Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a

disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has

made the district aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the

district.

Terms of Employment: This is a year-round administration position. Salary is based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application materials through our online career portal as follows:

• Internal Applicants: Submit a Letter of Interest where it asks for a Resume. Note: While the resume and letters of reference are not required, candidates are encouraged to submit a full package for consideration by the Hiring Committee.
• External Applicants: Submit a current Resume/CV and three (3) Letters of Reference.

Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.