BILINGUAL CLERK

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides special help to bilingual students and parents by interpreting, reading, writing, and translating the Spanish language. Regular attendance is necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Reports to Appropriate Administrator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Uses Spanish language skills [interpreting, reading, writing and translating] in the performance of duties.
Provides administrative-teacher-parent-student liaison as needed.
Fills out forms, copies data, compiles records and reports in accordance with established procedures.
Acts as receptionist, answers phone, responds to requests for general information, refers inquiries to appropriate office or person.
Sorts and distributes mail or other materials and prepares correspondence for mailing.
Operates a variety of standard office machines which may include a telephone switchboard.
Types and proofreads a variety of materials of moderate complexity, not requiring highly skilled typing or word/data processing techniques.
Researches files and records for information and assembles data.
May handle materials and/or discussions of a confidential nature.
Initiates work orders, schedules transportation and provides other back-up assistance.
Maintains limited financial records, logs, schedules, record cards and forms, tabulates and posts data.
Exhibits patience, courtesy and tact when dealing with others.
Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Required

High school diploma or GED
Fluency in speaking, reading, writing and translating the Spanish language
Passing score on bilingual skills test
More than one year of general clerical and typing experience
Passing score on accuracy typing test or passing score on Word/Excel skills assessment
Some knowledge of word/data processing and procedures

B. Desired:

Previous experience in an educational setting.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time.
Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time.
Ability to reach, stoop and carry up to 20 pounds.
Ability to operate digital office equipment.