Administrative Assistant

Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences

Detroit, Michigan

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$40,000–$40,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Detroit, Michigan
POSTED
1 day ago

Description


Position Title: Administrative Assistant
Funding Source: General Fund
Reports to: This position reports to and is evaluated by the School Principal

Qualifications:
  • Associate's Degree or 3 years work related experience
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and execute effectively
  • Strong project management and communication skills
  • Strong technology and organizational skills
Position Description: The Administrative Assistant will perform a variety of clerical and secretarial duties to organize, coordinate and schedule school office activities. These activities include assisting the Principals in routine administrative tasks for grades Kindergarten - 8th grade.

Key Responsibilities


  • Exhibit the highest level of customer service with students, parents, staff and other guests
  • Be knowledgeable and able to effectively communicate school policies, procedures, actions, activities and schedules when necessary
  • Respond appropriately and professionally to questions or complaints from parents, staff vendors and District Administration
  • Maintain a variety of reports, records and files relating to students, staff, budgets, operations and activities
  • Serve as secretary to the Principal by composing routine correspondence independently
  • Perform complex and advanced-level clerical accounting duties in support of assigned schools programs and services
  • Print and distribute progress reports and report cards to students
  • Make approved changes to student schedules, contacts, or other student information
  • Print and share daily suspension reports as needed
  • Ensure teachers have taken accurate daily attendance
  • Coordinate designated events and assist with special events
  • Manage the detention calendar
  • Place orders for staff; track delivery; submit purchase orders, invoices and reimbursement requests to the Finance Department
  • Maintain an accurate inventory of office supplies
  • Screen enrollment applications, ensuring that all required documents are attached
  • Ensure substitute plans are on file for all teachers
  • Settle substitutes in the classroom and provide them with an attendance roster and plans
  • Collect time-off, Professional Development and other district forms
  • Assist in the orientation of new students and staff
  • Other duties as designated by the school Principal
  • Adhere to the District’s and School’s policies, expectations, and protocols as outlined in the District’s Policies and procedures Manual and School's Policies and Procedures Manual


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise


  • Maintain his/her drive for results by demonstrating persistence, directness, and the ability to monitor and plan ahead
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a collaborative environment
  • Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional
  • Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel and the Google Suite
  • Strong project and time management skills
  • Ability to effectively backwards plan, juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely results
  • Exhibit excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Physical Requirements: Light Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects; Frequent standing, stooping, bending,
pushing and pulling.

Terms of Employment: Salary benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by
the District.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the School Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

About the Company

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Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences