Administrative Secretary, Part- Time

Davita Inc.; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School is seeking a part-time Administrative Secretary for the Visual and Performing Arts Department. The role involves supporting the Director with various administrative tasks, facilitating communication within the school community, and ensuring smooth departmental operations. This position requires strong organizational and interpersonal skills, along with relevant administrative experience.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in an administrative capacity.
• Experience in a school or visual & performance arts setting a plus.
• Proficiency in managing responsibilities and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative assistance and managing calendars.
• Coordinating events and facilities for the Visual and Performing Arts Department.
• Financial administration and HR record keeping.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft applications

Google applications

Job description

Description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's premier pre-K through 12th grade private residential schools, dedicated to providing a career-focused cost-free education and housing to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Founded in 1909 through the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS is fully endowed, ensuring students have the resources they need to thrive. The school has empowered nearly 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and currently serves approximately 2,200 students-with ongoing expansion efforts to provide amazing opportunities to even more young learners.

MHS is currently seeking a part-time Administrative Secretary for the Visual and Performing Arts Department (VPA). The Administrative Secretary assists the VPA Director to ensure the smooth operations of programming for all students (elementary through high school). This is an onsite position that compensates $19.45 to $25.96 an hour. The role works up to 29 hours per week, typically within the school day.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing general administrative assistance to the Director including drafting communications, reports, and presentations, as well as managing calendars.


• Receptionist responsibilities, interacting with staff and students.


• Pro-actively communicating and collaborating within the MHS school community and with external parties.


• Coordinating the use of facilities, performance scheduling, transportation, food services, and all other relevant needs for the department.


• Financial administration and inventory management.


• Record keeping, particularly HR related.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Two or more years of experience in an administrative capacity in a busy office.


• Experience working in a school or visual & performance arts setting a plus.


• Proficient with Microsoft and Google applications, as well as with databases.


• Demonstrated skills in scheduling and financial administration required.


• Demonstrated skills in independently managing responsibilities and strong organizational skills in a dynamic setting.


• Exceptional interpersonal skills.


• Candidates should demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.


• Candidates should be eager to actively engage with students.

Schedule:Part-time

Job Type:Standard

Job Posting:Jun 3, 2025