Livonia Public Schools hiring SECRETARY (SCHEDULING OFFICE) - LEVEL II - 12 MONTHS/8 HOURS-DAY in Livonia, Michigan, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

POSTION DESCRIPTION:The person in this position has the responsibility for all correspondence related to the scheduling of teachers and students. All work associated with scheduling is done on MiSTAR. This person has the responsibility of entering data into the computer system related to student requests and the master schedule. Typing of the building master schedule and other related materials are essential tasks of this position. This secretary is also responsible for the duties associated with substitute teachers and Frontline, maintenance of the Program of Study, report cards, lockers, keys, transportation issues, and mail. Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the administrator.

DISTRICT OVERVIEW:Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,900 staff members, serving approximately 13,300 students pre-K – post secondary. There are 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center in the school district. The annual budget for Livonia Public Schools is $175 million, with a state funding of $9,608 per pupil.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally, as a new public-school employee, you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF), which is a portable, tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.

As an employee of Livonia Public Schools, you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing you’re helping thousands of students grow and learn, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools, which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:

• Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage:
• The district’s contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
• Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
• Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
• Optional “cash in lieu” of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance:
• The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees who have family coverage at 30 hours/week and single coverage at 20 hours/week.
• Long-term disability coverage:
• The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
• Completely confidential, short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week, with no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Paid “act of God” days, such as snow days.
• Opportunity for career advancement.
• Additionally, the children of employees living outside the district’s attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice.
  

SKILLS REQUIRED:The following is a list of minimum qualifications for this position, any one of which may be waived by the Administration in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications:

• Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task efficiently and accept responsibility are essential in this position
• Strong communication skills. It is necessary to be able to interact diplomatically in person, electronically (email), and by telephone with administrators, teachers, parents, and students throughout the district.
• A spirit of cooperation with others in the office
• Possess effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite, Publisher, and Google Docs
• Proficient use of Mi-STAR preferred
• Ability to keep accurate records and have the ability to meet deadlines
• Detail oriented and accurate with date entry
• Self-directed

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a Level II position - twelve months, eight hours per day.

Specific details involved in the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview and at the time of hiring for the position.

Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the Livonia Public Schools School District and the Livonia Secretarial Association, Michigan Education Association.APPLICATIONSAll applicants, including current LPS employees, must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter, professional resume, copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates), and three current letters of recommendation to their online application. Deadline for applications is Friday, June 21, 2024 or until filled.

It is the policy of the Board of Education that Livonia Public Schools School District will not discriminate against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or transgender status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, and marital status - Director of Human Resources, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2566. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances for: handicap or disability - Director of Student Services, 15125 Farmington Road, Livonia, MI 48154 at (734) 744-2524.