At Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD), we’re more than educators. We are innovators, collaborators, and community builders serving over 64,000 students and 8,500 educators across the region. Whether it’s general education, special education, or career technical education, we lead with purpose and partnership to make a meaningful difference every day.
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Position Summary
The Program Secretary provides administrative and program support for assigned district programs and initiatives. This position serves as a key point of contact and liaison among internal departments, constituent school districts, external partners, and stakeholders. The Program Secretary supports effective communication, accurate data management, coordinated operations, and compliance with district policies and reporting requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma/equivalent plus 30 hours of post-secondary coursework or equivalent continuing education required; coursework in office administration, business, or technology and/or an associate’s degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in a business or educational agency required.
- Serves as a liaison between programs, departments, constituent school districts, and external partners while coordinating program-related communication and information.
- Coordinates and supports program meetings, events, activities, enrollment, scheduling, participation tracking, reporting, and other operational needs.
- Prepares correspondence, reports, informational materials, meeting/training materials, and other program documentation; ensures accurate and timely distribution and submission.
- Maintains confidential records, databases, spreadsheets, and electronic files; assists with data collection, entry, verification, analysis, reporting, and resolving discrepancies.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, databases, Internet-based tools, business math, spelling, and typing at 45 WPM; able to adapt to changing technology and district systems.
- Demonstrates strong organization, problem-solving, communication, customer service, teamwork, leadership, time-management, and independent work skills while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, good judgment, punctuality, and reliable attendance.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range:
- $18.28 - $24.31/hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Work Schedule: 261 days / 7.5 hours daily
Paid Time Off:
- Sick and Personal Business paid time, up to 13 days
- Bereavement Leave
Insurance:
Employees are eligible for the following insurance benefits after one full day of employment:
- Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
- Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
- Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Additional coverages; supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance
Retirement: Two plan options through the 15th largest pension system in the United States, Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System (MPSERS)
Additional Benefits:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional Development opportunities
- Longevity pay after 10 years of service
Why Grow With Us?
- We value each other, support one another, and celebrate every win.
- We don’t just talk about growth, we support it with mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership opportunities that help you shape your future.
- Wellness and support programs that promote a healthy work-life balance, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness opportunities, and paid community service time.
- Make a direct impact on the lives of students and families.
- Be a part of an employee-focused culture that believes “People are our Greatest Asset.”
Genesee Intermediate School District is proud of our inclusive and supportive culture that encourages growth, celebrates teamwork, and embraces new ideas. Through our mission of leadership, service, innovation, and partnering for success, we offer meaningful professional development, mentorship, and leadership opportunities that help you grow personally and professionally.
Questions Along the Way?
If you have questions about the role, the hiring process, or GISD’s culture, reach out at any time!
Human Resources: 810-591-4260
Email: [email protected]
Equal Employment Opportunity
Genesee Intermediate School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in its programs or employment practices.
