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Administrative Assistant - IDEA A.W. Brown (Immediate Opening)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Dallas

AI generated summary

  • You need a high school diploma, 2+ years in admin support, strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent organization, communication abilities, and a proactive mindset.
  • You will manage correspondence, oversee the calendar, schedule events, reconcile expenses, and handle various tasks as needed to support the principal effectively.

Requirements

  • Education: High school diploma required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experience: 2+ years’ experience working in an administrative support position
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office
  • Proficient keyboarding skills
  • Effective organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Ability to follow written instructions
  • Experience working in an administrative support position
  • Ability to think proactively and work with minimal direction
  • Ability to pleasantly communicate with all levels of staff and the public

Responsibilities

  • Manage principal’s correspondence, including answering incoming phone calls, emails, and letters
  • Plan, prepare, and update principal’s calendar
  • Schedule events and plan logistics for meetings
  • Reconcile credit cards and prepare monthly expense reports
  • Other duties as they arise

FAQs

What is the hourly compensation range for the Administrative Assistant position?

The hourly compensation for this role ranges between $20.34 for 0 years of experience and $25.42.

What type of support does the Administrative Assistant provide to the principal?

The Administrative Assistant provides clerical support, including managing correspondence, scheduling, and organizing logistics for events to maximize the principal's efficiency.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a high school diploma, with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred, and at least 2 years of experience in an administrative support position.

Are there any benefits offered for this role?

Yes, IDEA offers a comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid family leave, tuition reimbursement, employer-paid mental/behavioral health services, and generous vacation time.

What skills are required for the Administrative Assistant position?

Candidates should be familiar with Microsoft Office, possess proficient keyboarding skills, have strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work proactively with minimal direction.

What responsibilities will the Administrative Assistant have?

Responsibilities include managing the principal’s correspondence, planning and updating the principal’s calendar, scheduling events, reconciling credit cards, and preparing monthly expense reports.

What values does IDEA look for in potential staff members?

IDEA seeks individuals who are committed to the mission of helping all students go to college, are results-oriented, possess a propensity for action, thrive in a dynamic environment, and value collaboration and feedback.

How can interested candidates apply for the Administrative Assistant position?

Candidates can submit their application online through Jobvite and are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Education
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

IDEA Public Schools believes that each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to one of the fastest-growing network of tuition-free, K-12 public charter schools in the United States. IDEA Public Schools boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report’s top high schools lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and Ohio and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college.