School Secretary Jobs in Georgia

A School Secretary is an administrative professional who plays a pivotal role in the smooth operation of a school. They provide clerical and administrative support to the school's administration, teachers, students, and parents. Key tasks may include managing student records, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, processing documents, and handling correspondence. They also ensure that school policies are adhered to and provide information to parents and other stakeholders about school operations and procedures. School Secretaries may also be tasked with monitoring the school's budget, purchasing supplies, and coordinating school events.

Important skills for a School Secretary include strong communication and interpersonal abilities, organizational skills, proficiency in office software, and an understanding of school systems and procedures. They should also have a strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information. In terms of qualifications, candidates typically need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, although some positions may require further education or certification in administrative support or a related field. Prior to becoming a School Secretary, a person might have roles such as Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Clerk to gain necessary administrative experience.

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School Secretary II - Bookkeeper

  • Clayton County Public Schools
  • Riverdale, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverdale, GA
  • 1 day ago

Applicants: Please ensure that you upload all necessary documents and include all relevant information related to the position you are applying for. Please make sure that you are reading the job...

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Receptionist, High School (900000386)

  • Marietta City Schools
  • Marietta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 5 days ago

Receptionist, High School (900000386) Marietta City Schools - 3.7 Marietta, GA Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Full Job...

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Administrative Assistant- School of Medicine, Cell Biology

  • Emory University
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the...

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Elementary School Secretary

  • Saginaw Public Schools
  • Carrollton, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Carrollton, GA
  • 5 days ago

True Openings as of 5/28/2026 Elementary School Secretary JobID: 4700 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Secretary Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Location: Carrollton Elementary School Date Available: 2026...

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Elementary School Secretary

  • Pueblo County School District 70
  • Grovetown, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Grovetown, GA
  • 5 days ago

True Openings as of 5/28/2026 Elementary School Secretary JobID: 7264 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Elementary Secretary Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Location: Cedar Ridge Elementary Date Available...

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School Registrar

  • Coweta County School System
  • Sharpsburg, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sharpsburg, GA
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 5/27/2026 force display?True Openings as of 5/27/2026 School Registrar JobID: 3756 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ School Registrar Date Posted: 5/26/2026 Location: Blake Bass...

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School Secretary - BI

  • Liberty County School System
  • Hinesville, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Hinesville, GA
  • 8 days ago

230 Day Position Job Goal: To contribute to the efficient operation of the office so that it can play an effective role in the education process. Supervises: All Personnel as assigned by the...

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Middle School Registrar

  • 004 K12 Virtual Schools LLC
  • GA
  • 8 days ago
  • GA
  • 8 days ago

Residency Requirements: Georgia This position will pay between $17.00 and $18.00 per hour The Registrar supports school administrators by processing requests for both new enrollments and...

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High School Registrar

  • Stride
  • GA
  • 8 days ago
  • GA
  • 8 days ago

Residency Requirements: Georgia This position will pay between $17.00 and $18.00 per hour The Registrar supports school administrators by processing requests for both new enrollments and...

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School Office Assistant - 200 Days, Locust Grove Elementary

  • Henry County Schools
  • Locust Grove, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Locust Grove, GA
  • 12 days ago

Position Title: School Office Assistant Division: School Reports To: Principal and/or Assigned Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Schedule: SS4 (244), SS4-1 (220), SS4-2 (200), SS4-3 (190)...

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Receptionist-Middle School

  • Clarke Middle School
  • Athens, GA
  • 23 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 23 days ago

Receptionist-Middle School Clarke County School District Clarke Middle School - Athens, Georgia This job is also posted in Clarke County School District Job Details Job ID:5704621 Application...

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High School Receptionist

  • FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
  • Roswell, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roswell, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Administration to maintain a safe learning environment Make a constructive effort to protect all students from conduct detriment to learning, health or safety Abide by and comply with all school policies...

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School Secretary

  • Coweta County School System
  • Newnan, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newnan, GA
  • 30+ days ago

True Openings as of 4/22/2026 School Secretary JobID: 3652 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ School Secretary Date Posted: 4/21/2026 Location: Arnco Sargent Elementary School Date Available: 2026...

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School Office Assistant/Registrar - 220 Days (2026-2027 SY), Hickory Flat Elementary

  • Henry County Schools
  • McDonough, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • McDonough, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Position Title: School Office Assistant Division: School Reports To: Principal and/or Assigned Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Schedule: SS4 (244), SS4-1 (220), SS4-2 (200), SS4-3 (190)...

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Special Education Administrative Assistant - Georgia Connections Academy

  • Connections Academy
  • Duluth, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 60+ days ago

This role works closely with school leadership, faculty, staff, and district office personnel to facilitate daily school functions, manage communications, and assist with operational tasks....

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Salary for School Secretary Jobs in Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

School Secretarys in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.4%
Master's Degree
26.2%
High School or GED
14.9%
Associate's Degree
12.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Some College
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Secretarys in Georgia
1-2 years
44.2%
Less than 1 year
30.3%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
10.1%
4-6 years
1.9%



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