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Job Summary & Characteristics

The PCM Office Support Staff works under the supervision of the Office and Operations Manager to perform varied and complex clerical and secretarial work with confidentiality and sensitivity. In performing duties, responsibilities and tasks, the individual utilizes independent judgment, initiative, tact, patience, and courtesy.

The PCM Office Support Staff helps to provide a professional environment that supports school standards. School office support positions are characterized by wide-ranging responsibilities often conducted in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions, time constraints, and/or in the necessary absences of the school administrator(s).

Terms of Employment

PCM is an at-will employer. This is a full-time, hourly employment opportunity. This position will require 40 hours/week. Daytime work hours, but occasional evening and weekend availability required. We are looking to fill this position by July 6, 2023

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification/Experience

 High school diploma or general education degree (GED) (required)

 1-3 years of relevant experience in an office setting, preferably in an administrative, clerical role (desired)

Special Knowledge/Skills/Mindsets

 Strong time management skills.

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

 Strong belief in the mission of Pullman Community Montessori.

 Demonstratable proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suites and Windows 11

 Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and comfortable working independently.

 Know or be willing to learn the facts about Washington’s unique charter school sector.

 Strong technical skills and ability to adapt quickly and learn new software and platforms.

 Committed to practices that elevate and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 Detail-oriented, committed to quality, creative and flexible, able to change course quickly.

 Self–starter with the ability to work a flexible schedule including some weekends and evenings.

 Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including strong spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

 Use sound judgment, respect the confidentiality of information and data within the organization.

 Humility, sense of humor, and rock-solid commitment to PCM’s mission and the communities we serve.

Possess the ability to:

• Effectively plan, organize and prioritize work of self and others in a demanding environment.
• Provide leadership and direction to other support staff assigned to the school.
• Utilize sound independent judgment in performing tasks and fulfilling responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships and effectively communicate using tact, patience, and courtesy in a manner that reflects positively on the school.
• Communicate accurately, effectively, and courteously both orally and in writing to a diverse audience under busy and/or difficult/confidential situations.
• Operate various standards and specialized office equipment.
• Rapidly learn procedures and software as required.
• Post, check, maintain files, statistical, financial, and other records rapidly and accurately.
• Learn and interpret Federal, state, district codes and regulations including administrative and school policies and procedures.
• Compose correspondence and written material independently.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain databases and manage information systems.
• Receive training and correctly employ physical health care procedures under the indirect supervision of the school nurse.
• Understand, be sensitive to, and respect the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disabilities, and sexual orientation of students, parents, teachers, administration, and staff.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

The following outlines the general purpose and responsibilities and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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  Adheres to confidentiality requirements for student and family data.
• Successfully pass an OSPI background check
• Maintain positive communication with the Office Manager about daily tasks and events
• Maintain PCM’s social media and website communications
• Perform front desk duties to include but not limited to:
• Answering phones and the service window
• Contacting families and stakeholders
• Responding to emails in a timely manner within multiple inboxes
• Providing basic technical support to staff and students
• Retrieving mail and packages
• Minor cash handling
• Proper distribution of Visitor, Volunteer & Substitute badges
• Assist with transitioning students to and from classrooms
• Printing, faxing, copying and scanning documents
• Ensuring students are released to approved adults by checking ID and verifying against data in PCM’s Student Information System
• Enter data into school programs and platforms as supported by the Office Manager
• In the absence of the school administrator(s) monitor and oversee students sent to the office during or after school hours; contact parents, guardians or authorized adult when necessary to provide transportation and/or to release the student to adult supervision.
• Running Data mining reports and compiling into presentable formats
• Make basic purchases and maintain the school inventory tracker
• Establishing and maintaining student and staff records
• Creating media and marketing materials to boost enrollment
• Family and community outreach, engagement and event planning
• Tracking and recording student attendance with outreach and engagement
• Managing schedules of the Administration team
• Support families with navigating school platforms
• Coordinating field trips with teachers and support staff and makes arrangements as needed
• Student medical needs and administer first aid CPR
• Maintain and create new school wide Standard Operating Procedures

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Equal employment opportunity and respect in the workplace are fundamental principles at PCM. PCM prohibits and does not tolerate harassment, intimidation, bullying, discriminatory, or retaliatory behavior. All aspects of employment are based upon personal capabilities and qualifications.

Statement of Nondiscrimination

PCM shall not discriminate in any programs or activities or against any student, employee, or any other person on the basis of age, sex, race, creed, belief system/religion, color, marital-partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Furthermore, PCM shall not discriminate on any other ground that would be unlawful if done by any other public school. PCM shall take all steps necessary to ensure that discrimination does not occur, as required by state and federal civil rights, and anti-discrimination laws.

For any questions, concerns, or to report violations, please contact one of the following coordinators:

• Title IX/Sex Equity Officer & HIB Compliance Coordinator/Officer - Laylah Sullivan - LSullivan@myPCM.org
• Gender Inclusive School Coordinator - Laylah Sullivan - LSullivan@myPCM.org
• Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Jill Stansbury - JillS@myPCM.org
• Section 504 & IEP Program Manager - Emily Klein - EmilyK@myPCM.org
• Homeless/McKinney Vento Liaison - Desiree Porter - DesireeP@myPCM.org
• State Assessment Coordinator - Laylah Sullivan - LSullivan@myPCM.org