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POSTING NUMBER: (N124-2425)POSTING DATE:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;August 9, 2024 CLOSING DATE:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Until FilledPOSITION:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating OfficerREPORTS TO:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Chief Operating OfficerLOCATION:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Central Office PRIMARY FUNCTION: Provide diversified administrative support to the senior executiveTYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Maintain schedule and appointments and resolve conflicts as needed.</li><li>Compose and prepare correspondence and reports independently.</li><li>Respond to incoming phone correspondence.</li><li>Maintain budget for the Chief Operating Officer’s department.</li><li>Arrange meetings/conferences; assemble materials in preparation for meetings.</li><li>Under the supervision of the executives, develop and implement procedures to improve efficiency.</li><li>Maintain attendance records for all department staff.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of Board agenda items and other reports/presentations.</li><li>Order all supplies, equipment; prepare requisitions, standard invoices, receiving reports; complete payment process.</li><li>Prepare Employee Reimbursement Request and accompanying documentation on behalf of executives.</li><li>Develop and maintain an electronic library of materials related to the departments.</li><li>Perform other related tasks as requested.</li></ul>SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: <ul><li>High school diploma or GED supplemented by courses in secretarial training or business administration.&nbsp;Associate Degree in Secretarial Sciences preferred.</li><li>Minimum five years of executive secretarial experience, preferably supporting the Director level or higher.</li><li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and any other applicable programs and equipment.&nbsp;Knowledge of Internet/Intranet and MUNIS preferred.</li><li>Must attend training to update computer skills as needed.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communications skills; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to consistently make work decisions in accordance with department policies and procedures.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality.</li><li>Familiarity with Hartford Public School System policies and procedures preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to deal effectively, fairly and courteously with people, and to establish and maintain effective work relationships.</li><li>Ability to take directives and follow through with initiative.</li><li>Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in discriminating between callers who should have access to the executives and those who should be referred elsewhere.&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to maintain professional demeanor in stressful situations</li><li>Must be flexible to provide support periodically which may fall outside of the normal workday.</li></ul>CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Non-certifiedSALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Pay will be commensurate with experience level and education.&nbsp;Annual step increases contingent upon satisfactory performance and Board approval. Twelve-month work year.UNION AFFILIATION:&nbsp;The Hartford Federation of School Secretaries (HFSS) 125 Level Agreement.APPLICATION PROCEDURE: &nbsp;To be considered, all internal and external applicants must fully complete a Hartford Public Schools’ online application, which can be accessed through our Applicant Tracking System, Nimble, at <a href="https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford" target="_blank">https://app.hirenimble.com/jobs/hartford</a>. Internal applicants should use a personal email address when applying. Please do not use your hartfordschools.org email. &nbsp;&nbsp;Candidates’ application and supporting documents will be reviewed.&nbsp;Candidates who advance through the initial review will be notified and placed in the pool for consideration by hiring managers.&nbsp;Candidates will be contacted directly by hiring managers for interviews.

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