Confidential Secretary B

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four years of full-time, paid, secretarial experience which has included the use of a personal  computer to maintain records and prepare correspondence, reports, and spreadsheets.

NOTE: An applicant who does not meet the minimum education or work experience requirements  listed above may be considered if, at the sole discretion of the Talent Office, they have a unique  combination of education and work experiences that indicates potential for success in this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• the operation and maintenance of standard office equipment. 
• English language usage, spelling, and grammar.
• office practices and procedures.
• word processing software applications.
• spreadsheet software applications

Ability to: 

• type from a clear copy at a speed of not less than 60 net corrected words per minute.
• perform varied mathematical computations accurately and quickly.
• perform secretarial and clerical duties with speed and accuracy.
• review and proofread information.
• plan, organize and direct activities of clerical staff.
• follow written and verbal instructions.
• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Disclaimer 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being  performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an  exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

Nondiscrimination 

The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees  and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual  orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or  genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the  District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.