Administrative Assistant - Head Start

A vacancy exists for an Administrative Assistant - Head Start in the Office of Early Childhood Services - Head Start with the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit.

Qualifications

• Two year degree in a business-related field or high school diploma/G.E.D. with equivalent experience.
• Four (4) years' experience in a administrative support field with record of increasing responsibilities strongly preferred.
• High level of customer service to both internal and external clients
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Microsoft Office, proficiency in WORD and Excel required
• Ability to use computer technology efficiently
• Experience with contracts, general operating budgets, and grants.
• Must know how to format business correspondence/reports
• Ability to learn new technology applications independently in a timely manner
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in office procedures.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects concurrently and to organize and prioritize work to meet all deadlines.
• Ability to work with and relate to young children and their families.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, the Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Welcome families and visitors to our early learning programs in a positive and professional way. Answer telephones and take and relay messages.
• Communicate early learning program concerns (facilities issues, etc.) to program administrator in a timely manner and assist in resolution of concerns as needed.
• Coordinate the acceptance of food deliveries and prep food in a timely and accurate manner according to program standards
• Provide administrative support for the Head Start leadership team.
• Maintain reports, invoices, service plans, budgets, etc. as requested in a timely manner.
• Type reports, letters, memoranda, requisitions, and forms using applicable word processing tools.
• Maintain various records using financial and related databases and spreadsheet technology as appropriate.
• Will collaborate with Family Engagement Worker to ensure consistent and accurate recruitment and enrollment structure for early learning programs.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with MCIU staff, Policy Council Members, parents, government officials and a wide variety of service agencies.
• Maintain program, client, and employee confidence by keeping information confidential.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by the Program Administrator.
• Attend all staff meetings and related in-service training
  
  

Location:

The Learning Academy (1605 W. Main St. Norristown, PA 19401)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7 hours/day, 12 months (260-262 days/year).

Salary

$24.05/hour

About Us

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.
  
  

How To Apply

Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/careers (Job ID: 1662). Please contact the Human Resources Office at careers@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

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