School Operations Associate

Green Dot Public Schools•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the School Office Manager, the School Operations Associate provides administrative support to a school’s front office during the school year, approximately 10 months. Green Dot California classified personnel are represented by the Ánimo Classified Employees Association (ACEA), an affiliate of the California Teachers Association (CTA) and the National Education Association (NEA). The role supports campus facilities, the school nutrition program, purchasing and inventory, student attendance and safety, compliance, and front office operations. It also contributes to professional development and process improvement, and may assist with student recruitment, enrollment, and event coordination. Additional duties may be assigned. The starting hourly rate is $23.68–$25.58, based on education. Green Dot offers medical, dental, and vision plan choices, employer-paid assistance and insurance programs, paid time off and holidays, and other benefits. The position requires passing a TB test and background check at the time of offer. Green Dot California cannot sponsor applicants for U.S. employment-based visas or hire applicants currently holding temporary U.S. employment-based visas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or commensurate professional experience.
Excellent written and oral interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency in Google Suite, including Sheets, Docs, Forms, and Slides.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and comfort learning new computer programs.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, perform under pressure, and complete tasks and projects effectively and on time.
Ability to maintain a positive, can-do attitude, including when facing adversity.
Personal responsibility and drive toward ambitious goals.
Commitment to customer service.
Ability to exercise discretion when disseminating information.
Dependability, humility, a sense of humor, and commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities it serves.
Must pass a TB test and background check at the time of offer.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of administrative support experience in an office environment is preferred; prior experience in a school setting is desired.
Spanish proficiency is valued.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular campus walkthroughs and monthly safety inspections; submit work orders, coordinate vendor work and campus access, and help troubleshoot facilities issues.
Serve as a liaison between the school and food vendors, troubleshoot food service issues, monitor daily program activities, and ensure timely and accurate data entry in meal program software.
Plan and carry out collection of lunch applications and household income forms to meet collection goals and timelines.
Participate in Green Dot and individual professional development, and prepare for and participate in team and individual meetings with the manager.
Maintain book and school supply inventories, coordinate annual physical inventories and inventory data management, and work with the School Operations Manager to purchase materials, books, and equipment.
Organize the school book room, including labeling books and implementing an efficient digital check-in/check-out process.
Coordinate daily and weekly SART processes with school administration, coordinate health and safety training and drills, and support campus safety processes.
Evaluate operational processes, suggest improvements, and use technology to improve efficiency.
Support the School Operations Manager with student recruitment, lottery and enrollment, and event planning and coordination, as needed.
Support staff with compliance matters involving funding, nutrition programs, safety, student and staff records, document retention, inspections, drills, and audits.
Provide customer service to parents, staff, students, and visitors; help resolve problems and concerns.
Assist teachers with classroom technology troubleshooting, oversee copier operations and contact copier technicians when needed, and help manage student traffic in the main office, including discipline, medical, and emergency situations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

PPO, EPO, and HMO medical, dental, and vision plan choices, including an employee-only option paid at 100%.
Employee Assistance Program, employer-paid at 100%.
Life and AD&D insurance, employer-paid at 100%.
Optional term life and AD&D insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance, employer-paid at 100%.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
Wellness programs and resources.
Access to financial planning and coaching.
Optional non-matching 401(k) plan.
Hourly rate increase for earning an associate or bachelor’s degree after hire.
Annual hourly rate increase.
Annual perfect-attendance bonus.
Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved, job-related coursework and workshops.
Approved unpaid family care and/or medical leave.
Personal illness and injury leave: 5 days in years 1–3, 10 days in years 4–6, and 15 days after 6 years of service.
21 days of paid time off during fall, winter, and spring breaks, plus 6 annual paid holidays.
3–5 days of paid bereavement leave, if needed.