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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Business Office Liaison

JobID: 3969

Position Type:
  Accounting/Business Office Liaison


Date Posted:
  4/10/2025


Location:
  100-Central Office


Date Available:
  24-25 School Year


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12 - Months
Exempt

Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a liaison or administrative role, with a focus on business operations or office management.
• Related experience in school district or comparable governmental environment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail and follow through to resolve any outstanding issues.
• Knowledge of data management systems and processes
• Advanced computer skills and/or experience required, particularly in Microsoft Office products and payroll/benefits software applications.
• Possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find
appropriate or acceptable.
 
Fair Labor Standard Act Status: Exempt
 
Reports to:
Director of Business/Benefits
 
Job Goal:
To facilitate effective communication and coordination between the business office and other departments, ensuring smooth operational processes, resolving issues promptly, and supporting organizational objectives through efficient liaison activities. The goal is to enhance overall organizational efficiency, foster positive relationships, and contribute to a collaborative work environment by effectively managing interactions, streamlining processes, and supporting business operations.
 
Performance Responsibilities for Business Office Liaison:
• Serves as the primary liaison with Human Resources for employee pay and
benefits.
• Learn and understand all aspects of payroll processing, including timekeeping, deductions, reporting, and compliance with wage laws.
• Assist with payroll-related tasks, such as report generation and resolving payroll discrepancies.
• Acquire knowledge of company benefits programs, including health insurance retirement plans and other employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, and inquiries.
• Understand and assist with accounts payable and receivable processes to help resolve issues.
• Ensure HR, Benefit, and Payroll tasks are executed correctly and efficiently.
• Provide training and support to HR, Benefit, Payroll, and Accounting staff to align their practices with business office policies and procedures.
• Ensure clear, accurate, and timely communication between the payroll department, benefits department, accounting department, human resource department, and other district staff.
• Address and resolve inquiries and concerns with multiple departments efficiently.
• Successfully coordinate and manage meetings and initiatives involving the business office.
• Identify and resolve issues or conflicts between departments in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement recommendations that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Accurately document communications, decisions, and actions taken.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Promote a collaborative and supportive working environment by addressing concerns and fostering teamwork.
• Support and manage special projects as assigned, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.
• Report to the Business Office Director activities, outcomes and any issues or improvements.
• Demonstrates good safety practices and adheres to all District rules, regulations and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned in order to carry out functions of the office.
 
 
Terms of Employment:
Business Office Liaison will be employed for a twelve-month position. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.
 
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor using the Independence School District Business Office Liaison Evaluation.
 




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Openings as of 4/15/2025

Spanish Interpreter

JobID: 3904

Position Type:
  District Translator/Spanish Translator


Date Posted:
  1/22/2025


Location:
  100-Central Office


Date Available:
  24-25 School Year


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Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certificate: Foreign Language Interpreting
• Ability to use email or willingness to learn skill with training
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax and idiomatic usage of English and Spanish
• Knowledge of English and Spanish equivalent translations of general, technical and subject-matter terms
• Knowledge of Special Education language, documents and procedures
• Oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of District organization, operations, policies and objectives
• Able to demonstrate the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English and Spanish
• Ability to read, speak and write effectively in idiomatic English and Spanish
• Ability to work without technical supervision
• Ability to be attentive to detail and take responsibility for accuracy of translation
• Ability to edit paperwork in English and Spanish
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District personnel and the public
• Able to identify and correct translation errors
• Ability to utilize online resources
• Ability to operate a personal computer and peripheral equipment using modern software; operate a variety  of modern office machines and equipment such as a typewriter, calculator, fax and copier
• Able to provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
 
Fair Labor Standards Act Status:  Non-exempt
 
Reports to: 
Deputy Superintendent
 
Job Goal:
• To strengthen and facilitate communication in the language most beneficial between students and parents in the educational environment
• To interpret learning and behavior goals that are in the school district’s curriculum so that the student is able to benefit from these provisions
 
Performance Responsibilities for Educational Interpreter:
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with teachers and other staff members, administrators, and parents
• Prepare for interpreting assignments and arrange with the appointed supervisor an appropriate time during the school day to do so
• Interact positively with all students, parents and staff, and model appropriate dress and behavior
• Schedule and coordinate parent teacher conferences
• Prepare and disseminate (as appropriate) written translations of IEPs, legal materials, workbooks, news articles, examinations, other instructional and educational materials, bulletins, correspondence, minutes and forms
• Provide accurate interpretation for district employees who have responsibility for administering other assessments determined through the IEP process (i.e., psychological, speech and hearing).
• Provide Spanish translation of various information posted on the district’s web page
• Provide interpretation for parents during enrollment, suspensions, expulsions, IEP meetings and other parent meetings
• Review translated material submitted by District personnel and of other Translators, and edit for accuracy of meaning, grammar and syntax
• Answer inquiries, interpret and explain words and phrases for meaning and appropriateness
• Prepare written translations of technical, educational and general material for use by District personnel and may also act as an interpreter for district employees
• Prepare written translations of technical, educational and general material for use by District personnel, parents and the public and provides simultaneous interpretations at District meetings, including the use of headphones and microphones, when available
• Ensure that translations retain the content, meaning and feeling of the original material
• Check the translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions
• Compile terminology and information to be used in translations, including technical terms such as those for educational material
• Proofread, edit and revise translated materials
• Read written materials such as assessment information, teacher manuals and rewrite material into Spanish
• Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into Spanish while maintaining message content, context and style as much as possible
• Adapt translations to students’ cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary
• Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information
• Perform other duties as assigned
 
Terms of Employment:
The duration of the position is contingent upon the continued funding of the program, project, or assignment for which the appointment is made.  The salary and work calendar is to be established by the Board of Education.
 
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy by the immediate supervisor, utilizing the Independence School District School Support Staff Performance Based Evaluation.
 


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• FY25 Interpreter.pdf



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Openings as of 4/15/2025

District Accounts Payable Clerk

JobID: 3970

Position Type:
  Secretarial/Clerical/Accounts Payable


Date Posted:
  4/10/2025


Location:
  100-Central Office


Date Available:
  24-25 School Year


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Level 5

Qualifications:
• Minimum education of a high school diploma or its equivalent is required, with additional preparation and/or college work related to bookkeeping/accounting.
• Experience as a bookkeeper or secretary preferred.
• General experience in accounts payable preferred.
• Computer skills and/or experience required, particularly in Microsoft Office products.
• Typing and/or keyboarding skills required.
• Ten-key by touch skills required.
• Working knowledge of standard office machines required.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate or acceptable.
 
Fair Labor Standards Act Status:  Non-Exempt
 
Reports to: 
Director of Business and Benefits
Department Supervisor(s)
 
Job Goal:
Provide skillful and productive operation of the office in order to assure a positive impact on the Independence School District’s educational program and students’ success.
 
Performance Responsibilities for District Office Personnel:
• Performs various office management tasks
• Operates computers, copiers, office machinery and equipment with a high degree of skill
• Maintains files/records, confidential and general correspondence, memos, statistical data, reports, and other office forms as assigned
• Performs duties to achieve high levels of customer service
  1. Answers telephone in a pleasant and respectful manner and routes calls to appropriate personnel
  2. Deals courteously with visitors, parents, students, and staff
  3. Cooperative, flexible and shows good judgement/discretion in interpersonal interactions
  4. Represents self, school and District positively
• Responds in a timely manner to informational requests
• Performs budgeting, requisitioning, and bookkeeping tasks as necessary, following established District policies and procedures
• Demonstrates good safety practices and adheres to all District rules, regulations and policies
• Performs other duties as assigned in order to carry out functions of the office
 
Performance Responsibilities for Accounts Payable Clerk:
The following responsibilities may be included for this position:
• Prepares accurate financial records.
• Reconciles accounts.
• Processes invoices for payment.
• Prints and distributes accounts payable checks.
• Maintains paid vendor files in compliance with retention policies.
• Trains and assists secretaries and other District personnel on accounting software regarding requisition entry, inquiry and other features necessary in processing expenditures.
• Monitors compliance with Board of Education policy and administrative procedures regarding expenditure of funds.
• Performs other responsibilities as necessary to carry out the functions of the office.
 
Terms of Employment:
Accounts Payable Clerks will be employed for ten, eleven, or twelve month positions.  The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.
 
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Independence School District Performance Based Evaluation – Office Personnel.
 


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• FY25 Office Personnel.pdf



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