Dallas Independent School District

School Clerk (Grades: PK-8)

DALLAS, TXPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Dallas Independent School District

  • Job overview

    The School Clerk position at Dallas Independent School District supports grades PK-8 by managing office activities and ensuring smooth administrative operations within the school.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves organizing office work, coordinating special office needs, maintaining filing systems, handling correspondence and calls, typing documents, ordering supplies, processing district forms, responding to inquiries, communicating with staff and external contacts, using computer software for assignments, preparing reports, and performing other assigned tasks.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a minimum salary of $28,312 and a median salary of $36,290, with no specific mention of bonuses or additional benefits in the description.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of office experience including test coordinating, basic typing skills at 40 wpm, ability to complete assignments with supervision, and strong interpersonal skills to interact with district staff and the public.

  • Work environment and culture

    The work environment is moderately noisy, requires regular punctual attendance at the worksite, and involves travel throughout the district; remote work is not an option for this campus-based role.

  • Company information

    Dallas Independent School District is a public school district serving the Dallas area, focusing on education from pre-kindergarten through grade 8 at this position's school location.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is located at Eduardo Mata Montessori School within the Dallas Independent School District, requiring on-site presence and district travel.

  • Unique job features

    The role requires flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and a willingness to stay current with professional developments.

Company overview

Dallas Independent School District (DISD) is one of the largest public school districts in Texas, serving over 150,000 students across more than 230 schools. DISD focuses on providing high-quality education through innovative programs and a commitment to academic excellence. The district generates revenue primarily through local property taxes, state funding, and federal grants. Established in 1884, DISD has a long history of adapting to the educational needs of a diverse student population, emphasizing equity and access to learning opportunities.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your office experience, especially any test coordinating tasks and your ability to manage filing systems and correspondence accurately.

  • Emphasize your typing skills, specifying your typing speed if it meets or exceeds 40 wpm, and your proficiency with computer software like word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

  • Apply through multiple channels including the Dallas Independent School District corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure for the School Clerk position.

  • Connect with current administrative staff or clerks at Dallas ISD on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting their dedication to education support or asking how they manage busy office environments during the school year.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'test coordinating,' 'filing system,' 'telephone communication,' and 'office management' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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