Administrative Assistant

Encircle • Harrisonburg, VA

11d • $0 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our Minnick Schools staff to help make a positive impact on the lives of students who have experienced challenges. The Administrative Assistant position is primarily responsible for providing administrative support to the school administrator and school staff using knowledge about the functions of the school operations and performing tasks to assure effective day to day operations. You will frequently interact with individuals both internal and external to the agency and be called upon to assist individuals with projects and tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2-years experience in a similar position.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in an educational setting or other human services agency.
• Microsoft Office proficiency and good working knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License and proof of insurance.
• Satisfactory driving record in compliance with Driver Requirement Policy.
• Access to a personal vehicle.
• Knowledge of business office operations and administrative clerical operations.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with school licensure regulations and accreditation standards.
• Ability to maintain office and student records, prepare reports and required paperwork according to licensing and agency requirements in a timely manner.
• Must not have any of the following violations within the last 5 years: Reckless driving, including speeding 20mph or more over the posted speed limit; Driving under the influence/impaired/intoxicated or refusing a blood/breath test; Manslaughter or negligent homicide; Driving after being declared a habitual offender; Driving on a suspended or revoked license; Driving a commercial motor vehicle while disqualified, under the influence, with a blood alcohol level of .04 or higher, refusing a blood/breath test, or violating an out-of-service order; Injuring a person while racing - felony; Failure to stop at the scene of a crash where there is injury, death, or property damage of $1000 or more; Emergency vehicle violation - death; Vehicular assault or willful stopping, impeding, or damaging a vehicle; Blocking access to the service facility; Attempting to elude police; Operating an unsafe vehicle; Vulnerable Road User – Death.
• Must not have any of the following violations within the last 3 years: Passing a stopped school bus; Careless driving; Three or more minor moving violations within the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and maintain calendar of appointments; coordinate meetings, interviews, events and other similar activities assigned by administrator.
• Prepare and distribute business correspondence, meeting minutes, meeting notes, and internal support materials.
• Maintain confidential files noting any missing documents and notifying administration.
• Maintain confidential student records in a timely manner and follow up with school divisions when information from the record is missing.
• Maintain daily student attendance and prepare reports as needed in student database.
• Ensure student billing is correctly processed and submitted on time.
• Accurately prepare school credit card(s) and submit by deadline.
• Receive student applications and ensure delivery to administration upon receipt.
• Maintain office supplies list, purchase inventory and stock office supplies and products.
• Assist the administrator in preparing for the Virginia Department of Education audit and the Virginia Association of Independent Special Education Facilities accreditation visit.
• Process all new hire paperwork within indicated timeframe and ensure new hire is onboarded correctly.
• Respond to employee requests and answer employee questions within the scope of knowledge and responsibility.
• Receive and greet guests and maintain the inside of the building according to established procedures and building upkeep.
• Prepare, sort and distribute mail; order and receive packages and make trips to the post office as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $17.25 per hour with experience based increases available
• Health coverage options: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, hospital, critical illness, pet
• Financial benefits: 401(k) with match, retention bonus, early wage access via DailyPay
• Time off & well-being support: generous PTO, paid holidays, employee assistance program & chaplain services, educational assistance, professional development, Calm app access (for you, friends & family)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED