Dunlap CUSD 323Public school district · Dunlap, Illinois · 88 open roles

Building Office Assistant (1088)

Ridgeview Elementary School · Dunlap, ILNon-instructionalPosted Jul 1
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Where
Ridgeview Elementary School · Dunlap, IL
Posted
Jul 1, 2026
Starts
Aug 12, 2026
Experience
Entry-level
Listing expires
Nov 13, 2026

About this role

This position is part-time for the 2026-27 school year, M-F 5.75 hrs a day, $16.00/hr

Position Objective: The Office Assistant provides assistance in the daily operations of the school by supporting the work of the principal and serving as a point of contact for students, staff, and the public.

Essential Functions:

  • Greets all visitors with courtesy, making sure that security procedures are consistently followed
  • Answers the telephone in a professional courteous manner
  • Keeps the principal informed of all important calls, visitors, messages and other events pertaining to the function of our school
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of all office, school, and personal information
  • Handles all minor accidents and illnesses that come to the office in an efficient and professional manner in accordance with school policies
  • Assists with daily attendance
  • Presents a positive image to the office and the building as a whole
  • Completes reports/projects specified by the Principal
  • Assists with employee absence creation and substitute placements through AESOP program
  • Assists with maintaining and updating all student records as required
  • Assists with student registration, as directed by Principal

Additional Functions:

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Competencies:

  • Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in typing, filing, copying and other clerical functions
  • Proficient in standard office software applications, including Microsoft Word, internet usage, email usage, Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, students, parents, and the general public
  • Ability to interact with children in a positive and nurturing manner
  • Ability to multi-task while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
  • Ability to read, write and speak the English language
  • Ability to assess and anticipate clerical tasks needed
  • Understanding of school, district, and state rules and regulations regarding school operations

Working conditions

  • Mental Demands: calculating, comparing, evaluation, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, planning, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing, and presenting.
  • Physical Demands: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting for prolonged periods of time, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.
  • Environmental Conditions: The work is performed primarily indoors; however, outside work is required on occasion. Travel between buildings may be required.