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Vanguard College Preparatory School in Waco, TX, is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant (Front Desk Facilitator) position. This position is full-time, working in the school’s front office, Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Essential Duties:
As the primary greeter for Vanguard School, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for:
- Being the school’s representative reflecting the institution’s mission.
- Answering/directing incoming calls and requests for supportive collaboration from internal and external groups.
- Assisting with aspects of communications, filing, on-campus activities, calendar processing, office support, attendance reporting, administrative support, and coordination.
- Other duties as assigned based on school needs.
Preferred Qualifications include:
- Associate’s, with 3 years of clerical/administrative/education assistant experience or comparable customer service experience or high-school diploma, with 5 years of office experience or comparable customer service experience.
Other Qualifications include:
- Strong verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Approachable and professional demeanor.
- Experience with Mac-based computer platform.
- Internet proficiency.
- Works well with unanticipated events.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to collaborate effectively.
To Apply:
- VCPS Application (www.vanguard.org)
- Resume
- Letter of Interest for the position (can be email message)
- Letter of Reference
Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing are qualifiers for all applicants.
Full-time Benefits: Retirement Plan, Health Insurance, Reduced Summer Office Hours (2-weeks off in summer), Vacation Aligns With School Holidays (27-days vacation), Family Supportive Work Environment
Vanguard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to treat all employees and applicants fairly and equitably and in doing so, comply with all applicable federal and state laws relative to employment.
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Vanguard School Mission Statement
Vanguard College Preparatory School is a non-parochial, independent school that prepares our students for academic success and fulfilling lives. The foundation of the Vanguard experience is based on our core values – rigor, responsibility, and respect. The community of Vanguard students, faculty, administrators, and parents is committed to a personalized learning experience that prepares each student to excel at the collegiate level.
