Administrative Assistant

Qualifications:

• AAS degree in Business, Office Technology or related field
• Two years administrative experience including data entry and general office support
• Thorough working knowledge of computers including MS Word, Excel and Google docs
• Bilingual Language abilities a plus – English/Spanish

Responsibilities/Duties:

Provide administrative support to the front office and Early Head Start Teams. Convey accurate information reflecting knowledge of the Head Start Program policies and practices to all callers and visitors. Assist with daily office procedures, administrative and business duties as directed. Must be computer literate.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment
Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position.

Location, Hours & Salary *SEE Head Start Center locations at /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/
Full Time, 12-months/Full Year
Rate of Pay: $16.26/hr
Bilingual Adjustment of 5% for English/Spanish language abilities

$500 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits Package
HEALTH INSURANCE –Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Fully benefits-eligible employees can cover themselves, eligible dependents. The plans all offer preventive care as well as low-cost options for prescription drugs; coverage begins after 60 days; Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 of deductible.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contributionwith a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Insurance(1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time– 1 day/year
PAID Vacation Time –2 weeks Year 1; 3 weeks Years 2-4; 4 weeks at Year 5
PAID Holidays immediately – At least 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistanceat $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits– Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending
…and much more!

Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER