Office Manager- Elk Grove, CA

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Administrative Support & School Operations Provide direct administrative assistance to the Principal, staff, and families. Answer and route phone calls, prepare correspondence, and manage office communications. Maintain organized files, student records, and correspondence logs. Oversee visitor check-in procedures, ensuring compliance with site safety protocols. Support emergency and crisis management procedures (e.g., fire drills, lockdowns). Financial Management Perform bookkeeping and accounting duties for the school site. Prepare and process deposits for submission to Central Office. Track and reconcile petty cash, student activity funds, and parent organization accounts. Attend budget-related meetings and ensure financial transactions adhere to Fortune School policies. Collaboration & Communication Work collaboratively with Central Office to ensure compliance with organizational policies. Communicate effectively and courteously with parents, staff, students, and community members. Maintain confidentiality regarding student, staff, and financial information. Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external stakeholders. Other Duties Provide back-up coverage to other office roles as needed. Supervise projects and ensure completion of assigned tasks within deadlines. Support a positive and inclusive school environment that aligns with Fortune’s core values. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong bookkeeping and accounting skills. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic school setting. Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); proficient in spreadsheets and databases. Ability to handle stressful or sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of school operations and district policies (preferred). Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Paid Time Off: 12 sick days, 12 vacation days, and 2 floater days Retirement: 403(b) with up to 4% employer match after one year Health Coverage: 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employee and eligible dependents Professional Development: Ongoing training and growth opportunities within Fortune’s expanding network At Fortune School of Education, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $20.00-$23.00 per hour. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience. Minimum two years of office management experience, preferably in an educational setting. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel; ability to type at least 35 words per minute. Strong command of the English language, both written and oral. Working Environment Office environment within a busy school campus. Frequent interruptions and high level of interaction with students, parents, and staff. Requires sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 25 pounds, and repetitive hand motions. Must maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace. Clearances Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI Fingerprint Clearance Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.