Special Program Clerk, Parent Family Engagement 12122-2024 - Vancouver Public Schools

Special Program Clerk - Parent Family Engagement 2.5 hours per day, 9 months per year Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview. All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings. Qualifications: + Possess a high school degree or comparable equivalent + Minimum of two (2) years job-related experience which demonstrates ability to work independently, with a minimum of supervision and function in a dynamic, fast-paced, continually changing environment with frequent interruptions, OR + Documentation verifying an Associate's degree or credits from an accredited university, college, community college, or business school may be used to fulfill or help fulfill the two (2) years of job-related experience. Ninety (90) quarter or sixty (60) semester credits are equivalent to two full years of job-related experience. + Recency (prior 10 years) and substance of work experience will be considered in determining applicant qualifications + Experience which demonstrates excellent customer service abilities, interpersonal skills, team player attitude, and the ability to manage situations + Experience which demonstrates a high level of attention to, and management of, detailed information + Experience which demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines + Experience which demonstrates excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly + Experience which demonstrates excellent written communication skills and which demonstrates the ability to compose and proof correspondence, as needed + Experience using Microsoft Office/Suite (including Word and Excel) + Experience using Microsoft Office/Suite (including Access and Powerpoint) preferred + Possess skill in working with numbers, mathematical computations, and worksheets + Willingness to learn new technology + Working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Gmail, Absence Management, Pagemaker or similar desktop publishing programs, and Student Information System through Skyward are preferred Other Requirements: + Ability to lift and move moderately sized objects up to 50 pounds + Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirement Essential Functions: The following essential functions are to support the Parent Family Engagement Program. + Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times + Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students + Works in a flexible and cooperative manner + Provides administrative/clerical support to the principal and building staff for activities related to Parent Family Engagement + Record and compile various types of data manually and/or by computer; create various reports on a regular basis and on request + Compose and/or type various reports, forms, and correspondence from rough draft or verbal instructions; distribute as required + Communicate frequently and in a timely manner with administrators and other staff + Perform other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification Benefits/Compensation: Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts, may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here (https://vansd.org/salary-schedules/) . Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here (https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees) . Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here (https://www.drs.wa.gov/) . Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position VAESP CPA (https://vansd.org/wpdm-category/vaesp-comprehensive-professional-agreement) .