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Job Opening Information School Secretary - Anticipated

Application Deadline
1/28/2026
Position Start Date
2/3/2026

Position Title
School Secretary - Anticipated
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Salary/Pay Scale
CSEA Contract
Job Description

Goshen Central School District
School Secretary
Full-Time, 12-Month Probationary Position
Location: CJH Middle School
Salary: As per the CSEA Contract

Job Description

The Goshen Central School District is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented School Secretary to support the daily operations of the CJH Middle School office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clerical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to maintaining a welcoming, efficient, and confidential office environment.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Using word processing software or typewriters to prepare correspondence, reports, discipline documents, notifications, newsletters, vouchers, and other materials from clear copy, rough draft, or recorded dictation

  • Maintaining student records and personnel files utilizing computer databases

  • Preparing daily attendance reports for personnel and substitutes

  • Composing correspondence at the verbal direction of the Principal

  • Opening and distributing incoming mail

  • Making appointments and maintaining the Principal’s calendar

  • Attending to the operation of the administrative office, including budget preparation, billing, fiscal tasks, requisitioning, and control of supplies

  • Maintaining the school’s master calendar, including scheduling building use for outside groups

  • Calling and arranging for substitutes

  • Monitoring the petty cash account and tracking purchase order activity

  • Answering telephones, providing routine information, and directing calls to appropriate offices

  • Operating a variety of office equipment including copiers, fax machines, computers, and peripheral equipment

This is not a complete list of all responsibilities.

Civil Service Title
School Secretary
Job Qualifications

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required)

  • Prior secretarial/clerical experience preferred, especially in a school setting

  • Proficiency with computers, office software, and database systems

  • Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

  • Professional, courteous, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Application Procedure

How to Apply

Please apply on School Front and submit a letter of interest and resume to:
Mrs. Jenelle Hindell, Principal
CJH Middle School

Job Category
Non-Instructional
Job Location
C.J. Hooker Middle School

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