Administrative Assistant- IDEA McAllen College Prep (26-27)

IDEA Public Schools•McAllen, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEA Administrative Assistants provide clerical support to the principal(s), so that the principal can maximize his/her time due to reliable, efficient administrative support. By prioritized scheduling, streamlined communication, and thorough logistical preparation for events, the administrative assistant enables the principal(s) to maximize their impact in helping make college for all children a reality. At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to the fastest-growing network of tuition-free, Pre-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 nearly 80,000 college-bound students in 137 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on-track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our IDEA Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality.

Requirements

High school diploma required
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
Ability to think proactively and work with minimal direction
Ability to pleasantly communicate with all levels of staff and the public

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

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

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children
Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation
Up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability
5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost
Dental and vision plans
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Parenting benefits
Flexible spending account options
Generous vacation time
Referral bonuses
Professional development
403(b) plan
Relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable