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

IDEA Public Schools • Midland, TX

11d • $22 - $27

About The Position

Role Mission: 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 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

Benefits

• Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive 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.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for 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.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services available at no cost.
• Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees