Full-Time / 12 Month
Building Dispatcher - Secondary
The job of Building Dispatcher - Secondary is done for the purpose/s of greeting and directing district visitors, providing clerical support to assigned school site personnel at the early childhood center or elementary schools; communicating information to staff and the public; maintaining accurate student attendance records; providing complete and accurate records as needed.
This job reports to Principal
Benefits
- Free Medical, Dental & Vision insurance options (valued at $7650)
- 100% district paid life insurance, and short term & long-term disability
- Generous paid time off policy - PTO, Holidays
- Retirement Plans - Pension (PEERS), 403(b) and 457(b)
*Benefits overview is published on our website: LPS Benefits Overview
Pay
$16.43 - $20.62 per hour (based on relevant work experience)
Essential Functions
Answers and monitors doorbell/camera for the purpose of screening, admitting and greeting parents, students and other building visitors.
Answers telephone calls for the purpose of screening calls, transferring calls, responding to inquiries and/or taking messages.
Assists with lunch supervision, as needed, for the purpose of ensuring students' welfare.
Assists with processing of documents, forms, mailings and materials (e.g. attendance, enrollments, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate parties.
Collects payments for a variety of events (e.g. fines, fees, and fund raisers, etc.) for the purpose of completing transactions and/or securing funds.
Distributes materials (e.g. mail, checks, supplies, messages, awards, attendance letters, file folders, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring delivery to addressee.
Maintains inventory of supplies and materials (e.g. forms, office supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring items' availability.
Maintains a variety of manual and electronic documents, files, and records (e.g. letters, student attendance, notification logs, forms, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
Maintains automated student data base (e.g. Power School, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accurate tracking and documentation of student attendance for every school day period.
Manages the building visitors and sign in management system for the purpose of ensuring visitors are screened and authorized to enter the building.
Monitors students referred for illness or disciplinary action for the purpose of ensuring student welfare and maintaining a secure office environment.
Notifies parents and/or guardians of student absences for the purpose of meeting district administrative requirements and mandated guidelines.
Obtains attendance records for student entry and exit from campus during school hours (e.g. admission slips, late notices, class release forms, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accurate reporting of excused absences and truancies.
Prepares standardized documents (e.g. form letters and memos, calendars, bulletins, provides coverage for building secretary, testing materials, emergency information, time sheets, work orders, expense reimbursements, facility use, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to other parties.
Researches discrepancies of attendance information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of attendance data.
Responds to questions from a variety of individuals (e.g. staff, parents, other schools, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or directions.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; common office machines; and office methods and practices.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: being attentive to detail; adapting to changing work priorities.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 20% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience: Job related experience is desired.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Equivalency:
Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses
Continuing Educ. / Training:
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace. We have multiple opportunities and welcome you to apply for any position you feel you are qualified to perform.
Applicants for Liberty Public Schools must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.