EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY:

The Executive Assistant is a part-time position working approximately 15–20 hours per week, reporting to the Vice President/Chief Operating Officer. This individual provides general clerical support. The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and skilled at anticipating needs and initiating tasks, with a strong ability to manage and coordinate executive staff related responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Executive Support:

- Provide administrative support to the Vice President/COO, including managing his/her calendar, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence.

- Maintain and oversee the Central Office budget.

- Serve as the primary liaison for the Vice President/COO to internal staff and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and professional communication.

- Receive and distribute mail and packages delivered to Central Office.

- Receive and direct telephone inquiries and requests.

Human Resources Support:

- Screen employment applications for minimum qualifications.

- Schedule interviews and communicate with applicants.

- Conduct reference checks and coordinate pre-employment background screenings.

- Schedule new employee onboarding, orientation, and required training.

- Maintain accurate electronic and paper personnel records in BambooHR, the employee database, and employee rosters.

- Assist with coordinating employee recognition and appreciation activities.

Student Enrollment Coordination:

- Receive and review student enrollment applications for completeness, following up with families regarding missing information or required documentation.

- Collect and organize required student records, including immunization records, health forms, emergency contacts, and other documents required for admission.

- Maintain accurate, confidential student enrollment records and update student information in Brightwheel, the student database.

- Collect and input data for monthly Service Data Report.

- Coordinate orientation activities and distribute parent handbooks, Academy policies, calendars, and other information to newly enrolled families.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

- High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.

YEARS OF RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

- Previous office or administrative experience preferred but not required.

RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and database management tools.

- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing, proofreading, and drafting correspondence.

- Organizational Skills: Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and manage competing deadlines efficiently.

- Interpersonal Skills: Strong diplomacy, tact, and professionalism when working with high-level stakeholders and sensitive information.

- Attributes: A self-starter with a proactive approach, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate needs and provide solutions.

- Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

BENEFITS:

Hopkins House offers a wide range of generous employee benefits. To see the full list of benefits offered to Hopkins House employees, click here: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS