Administrative Assistant at DORS

Description

Christel House Schools is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant. Christel House Schools is a growing network of high performing charter schools dedicated to serving urban students in Indianapolis.

JOB SUMMARY:
This position provides support to the principals by performing a variety of administrative functions required for the operation of the campus and instructional school programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
• Create, maintain, and enter information into Powerschool.
• Operate office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems and arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions.
• Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
• Maintain scheduling and event calendars.
• Conduct searches to find needed information, using sources as the Internet.
• Mail newsletters, promotional material, or other information.
• Collect monies for items such as uniforms.
• Compile and maintain student records.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Pull reports or files as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operations of the schools.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree or college credit hours equivalent to an Associate’s degree.
• Proficient typing skills, including computer proficiency with Office products and web based programs, including extensive data entry.
• Spanish language skills (spoken and written) preferred.
• Strong English grammar skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Evidence of a strong work ethic and high degree of organizational skills.
• An agreement with the mission statement and goals of Christel House Schools

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to look at a computer for long periods of time
• Ability to reach with hands and arms
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

A complete application with include the following:

• Letter of interest stating why the candidate feels his/her qualifications are a good match to those sought by CHS
• Current resume (please include e-mail address)
• At least three (3) professional references (References should include candidates supervisor in his/her current position and most recent prior position)

Applicants should disclose any criminal arrests or convictions in the application process. A successful applicant will be required to submit to a national background check.

Christel House Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Questions? Reach out to [email protected]