Administrative Specialist

For 55 years, Action Day Schools have proven to be steadfast leaders in the Bay Area’s childcare and education industry. We pride ourselves on providing each child with quality care rooted in dedication and enthusiasm for their individual growth and development. We recognize the essential foundation of any school is its staff. To accommodate our thriving centers, we are seeking an Administrative Specialist to join our growing team!
The position of Administrative Specialist will be based out of the Action Day Schools Corporate office in San Jose, working directly for the President of the company and her senior staff. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual to takes initiative and has excellent judgment while balancing multiple priorities. The Administrative Specialist should have the ability to work independently on projects from conception to completion, work with poise under pressure, and handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. This is a huge growth opportunity for the right candidate.
Working closely alongside our President, the general responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Partnering with the President on all upcoming projects
Conception to completion project management
Calendar and meeting management for the President
Correspondence with internal leaders and external contacts on her behalf
Event planning and coordination requiring creativity and design
Marketing support
Business Development with other companies
Other miscellaneous responsibilities in the office
Salary:
$70,000-$80,000 per year, based on individual experience, education and position requirements.
Requirements
Our ideal candidate will have:
A minimum of a BA/BS degree
At least 2 years of experience in administrative support, customer service, or related field
The ability to anticipate needs and respond quickly to last minute changes with the best interest of the business in mind.
Strong work ethic with a go-getter attitude!
Strong writing skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills
Reliable
Willingness to learn and the ability to take initiative
Experience in Early Childhood Education, Marketing, Graphic Design, is a plus!
Benefits
Benefits for full-time employees working 30+hrs/wk include:
Vacation, sick, and vacation pay- including a paid vacation closure from Dec. 24- Jan 1st.
Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
401K
Childcare/Private Education Benefits-- At Action Day Schools, it is our goal to enrich the lives of both you and your children!
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