Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Job Goal: Provide service and support to all stakeholders in order to assist in the efficient and courteous operations of the Regional Office of Education.

Qualifications:

• Office clerical experience
• Knowledge of DeKalb County resources, social or educational services, and community partners
• Proficient with computers including web-based systems, Microsoft Office, Publisher, Outlook; word processing and keyboarding skills
• Ability to foster a collaborative culture; possess a team-oriented attitude
• Proficient oral/written communication
• Excellent customer service skills, including maintaining confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Must pass a Criminal History Records Information background check

Duties:

• Provide technical/clerical/communication assistance to ROE teams for programs
• Provide client service via phone, email, in-person
• Serve as a fingerprint technician for background checks
• Serve as a testing supervisor in the testing center
• Maintain paper and electronic records with accuracy
• Perform general office duties such as filing, copying, typing
• Compile reports for internal and external audiences
• Operate office equipment
• Assist with office projects and special events
• Attend professional development as needed

Minimal travel required; mostly in DeKalb County

Reports to: Regional Superintendent and Assistant Regional Superintendent

Work schedule: 7 hours per day / 35 hours per week; 12 month/year position

Compensation: $19-$22 / hour; IMRF benefits; limited paid holidays and sick time; health insurance supplement