Center Operations Admin Assistant - Welcoming Front Desk

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan North Campus Children's Center is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support center administrators and the community. This onsite role focuses on front desk duties, documentation, and coordinating supplies and tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least two years of admin experience, with strong interpersonal and software skills for email/phone inquiries and standard office tools.

Qualifications

• High school or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years experience in an administrative support or similar position.
• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills including experience handling and resolving email and phone inquiries.
• Demonstrated moderate competency with Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide front desk coverage by greeting and assisting parents, visitors, and staff, responding to inquiries and ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
• Collect and organize essential information/paperwork from families, employees and practicum students/observers
• Undertake administrative tasks in support of the Children's Centers; including document creation, updating and organizing
• Order and reconcile supply purchases
• Submit and track building maintenance work orders
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure overall success of center operations

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

The University of Michigan North Campus Children's Center is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support center administrators and the community. This onsite role focuses on front desk duties, documentation, and coordinating supplies and tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least two years of admin experience, with strong interpersonal and software skills for email/phone inquiries and standard office tools.