Administrative Assistant/Development Associate

Position: Administrative Assistant/Development Associate 

JCDSRI is a welcoming and inclusive elementary school, serving children 3 years old through 5th grade.  We are looking for an Executive Assistant for our Director of Development (part OR full-time) who will also work closely with our Head of School. 

Our ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver who enjoys working collaboratively with others. This person will also demonstrate strong communication, time-management, and organizational skills, including a meticulous attention to details. 

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and office support, including document and data-base maintenance 
• Maintain and refine internal processes, including the content and flow of information, as well as the coordination of complex scheduling and calendar management
• Overseeing internal and external communication, including agendas, newsletter, grants, emails, phone calls, and other necessary logistics
• Organize team communications and plan events, both internal and off-site
• Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time-management skills and an ability to organize and coordinate multiple concurrent projects
• Proficiency with office productivity tools and an aptitude for learning new software and systems
• Flexible team player, willing to adapt to changes and unafraid of challenges
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information 

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Experience in public relations, marketing, and/or education
• Experience with nonprofits 

• Experience in overseeing budgets and expenses

Staff members enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Defined contribution pension plan (403b)
• Generous (paid!) vacation days (including school, Jewish, and U.S. holidays)
• Flexible work schedule (option for half or full-time) 
• Work with open-hearted and open-minded colleagues 

Salary is dependent on experience, skills, and whether work is half- or full-time. 

How do I apply? 

Email the following to [email protected]; only complete applications will be considered:

1. A cover letter that describes why you are a strong candidate for this position
2. A current resume
3. A page listing three references including: names, titles, phone numbers, and email

Applications are welcome immediately and will be reviewed carefully upon receipt. More information about the school may be found at www.jcdsri.com. JCDSRI explicitly seeks to build a diverse staff; candidates from communities who have been marginalized are particularly encouraged to apply.