Administrative Assistant

Greater Bergen Community Action•Cliffside Park, NJ

11d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to hire an Administrative Assistant to support our Cliffside Head Start Program. Greater Bergen Community Action’s (GBCA) Head Start Preschool program is a rewarding environment for individuals passionate about helping others who seek to advance their careers while making a positive impact. Our mission is to provide a quality, comprehensive educational program that prepares children and their families for kindergarten and life beyond. With its origins in the War on Poverty, Head Start is one of the longest-running federally funded programs. The Head Start model has been praised and emulated nationwide. At GBCA, our Head Start program collaborates with local school districts. We offer a supportive work environment that recognizes the value of every employee, and we continually focus on staff wellness. If you are new to the human services or social work field, or an experienced administrative professional, we welcome you to work in our Head Start preschool program. Come make a difference and learn what it is like to teach children and reach families the Head Start way.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED with prior administrative experience
Communicates clearly and effectively
Good computer skills – Microsoft applications
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to organize, set priorities, and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of assigned responsibility
Must be able to interpret, apply, explain, and reach sound decisions following regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to exercise tact, objectivity, sensitivity, strategy, and judgment in dealing with volunteers, parents, and staff
Valid NJ driver’s license preferred and use of own vehicle for self-transportation. Must be able and willing to travel to other sites to fill in, as needed

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s degree with prior administrative experience
bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

Learn and adhere to the philosophy and mandates of Head Start and Early Head Start as outlined in the Performance Standards and the Policies and Procedures of Greater Bergen Community Action.
Receive and screen visitors and telephone calls for administrative staff, providing information, directing calls, and handling issues that may require sensitivity, confidentiality, and sound independent judgment.
Supports all program staff with clerical and administrative tasks.
Provide engaging and friendly customer service to all families.
Keep his/her workspace neat and ensure all office equipment and materials are in good condition.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, clients, representatives of community organizations, and other staff members.
Attend meetings and trainings as requested.
Must be a team player willing to assist in any program area.
Ensure reliability and punctuality, adhering to the work schedule assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.