TO APPLY:  Submit an online application and upload all supporting documents needed as indicated on the Employment Opportunities page of our district website. District testing, with passing scores, is also a requirement for this position. To register, email skjobs@skschools.org requesting to complete the district testing. Once complete, your application will be reviewed. Upon approval, the substitute office will contact you to attend an online orientation.

All Applicants must have a completed online application to be considered for screening.

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent 
• History of positive evaluations 
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job
• Must have the ability to operate a variety of office machines, which may include various computer software programs
• Must have the ability to work with frequent interruptions
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a caring attitude 
• Will be expected to interact positively with students, parents, and staff 
• Establish and maintain a cooperative and effective working relationship with staff and students 
• Assist other secretaries with greeting students, staff, parents, community members, and other visitors upon their entrance to the building. 
• Assist with answering incoming telephone calls, providing accurate information, directing calls to others, and taking messages. This position may periodically need to problem-solve with frustrated and/or disgruntled parents either by telephone or in person.
• May assist with secretarial tasks such as word processing and filing  
• May periodically assist with health room as backup to School Nurse and School Nurse Assistant. This would involve, but not be limited to, caring for sick or injured students, ensuring that a parent or guardian is called to pick up student when applicable.

 Job Requirements:  Minimum Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.  Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: word processing/data entry at basic level preferred; desk-top publishing skills at basic level preferred.
• KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions.  Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: none specified
• ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods.  Ability is also required to work with others; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment.  In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.   Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited.  Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: none specified.

Responsibility:

• Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget.  Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the District's services.

Working Environment:

• The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 35% sitting, 40% walking, and 25% standing.  The job is performed under a generally hazard free environment.

Expertise:

• Expertise to perform multiple non-technical tasks.

Experience:

• Job related experience is desired.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• Completed online application.

Clearances:

• Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Background Clearance

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2023 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or payrollstaff@skschools.org.

Application Procedure:  Complete the online application at www.skschools.org and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application. 

Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators. 

PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.

Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting.  Your online application, all supporting documents, and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position.

If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and ensuring compliance with this policy are:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:
Will Sarett,
Executive Director of Human Resources 
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7071
sarett@skschools.org

Section 504 Coordinator:
Tiffany Buckley,
Assistant Director of Health Services
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-443-3763,
buckley@skschools.org

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:
Dr. Tom Edwards,
Assistant Superintendent for Student Achievement
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7003
edwards@skschools.org

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities.  For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.