NJSBA MANUAL FOR DEVELOPMENT OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS		
											  C-5
Business/Plant Operations

TITLE:			SECRETARY

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.	High school diploma or equivalent training
2.	Minimum experience as determined by the board
3.	Good word processing skills
4.	Knowledge of automated office equipment and efficient office procedures
5.	Good telephone skills and ability to communicate effectively
6.	Required criminal history check and proof of U.S. citizenship or resident alien status

REPORTS TO:	Designated Supervisor

JOB GOAL:
To carry out all secretarial and clerical duties necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the office.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.	Receives and routes incoming calls and correspondence.
2.	Performs usual office routines.
3.	Types correspondence, notices and reports.
4.	Maintains a well‑organized up‑to‑date filing system.
5.	Operates all business machines necessary to complete reports and clerical work required in the operation of the office.
6.	Arranges meetings, prepare agendas and handles follow‑up activities as necessary.
7.	Assists, logs in, and directs visitors to the schools.
8.	Maintains confidentiality as required and appropriate.
9.	Performs other tasks related to the efficient operation of the office as assigned.

TERMS OF
EMPLOYMENT:	Salary and work year to be determined by the board.

annual 
evaluation:  	Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with NJ State 				law and the provisions of the board’s policy on evaluations. 
Approved by: 
Date: 
Revised:  

Legal References:

N.J.S.A. 18A:6‑7.1		Criminal history record
N.J.S.A. 18A:16‑1		Officers and employees in general
N.J.S.A. 18A:16‑2		Physical examinations; requirement 
N.J.S.A. 18A:17‑2		Tenure of secretarial and clerical employees
N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6 				School employee physical examinations

Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, 8 U.S.C.A. 1100 et seq.