Central Office Administrative Assistant for Human Resources (Employee Benefits)

Gratiot-Isabella RESD; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Gratiot-Isabella RESD is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant for the Central Office in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. The role requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) along with strong skills in Google Drive and Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include managing payroll processes, maintaining accurate documentation, and assisting in employee onboarding. This year-round position offers potential for part-time arrangements upon request.

Qualifications

• Five years prior work experience in a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with established policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing salary statements.
• Help maintain accurate records for the REP.
• Support financial document preparation for payroll deductions.
• Communicate with employees about insurance options.
• Assist in the onboarding process for new hires.

Skills

Google Drive/docs/sheets proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Budget knowledge

Accounting skills

Accuracy in data entry

Confidentiality and professionalism

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

Associate’s degree in Business/Office Administration

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Administrative Assistant for Central Office

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business/Office Administration; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience and skill using Google Drive/docs/sheets, etc. and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal requirements of personnel and benefits records, files, forms and reports.
• Budget knowledge and accounting skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering detailed and specific data.
• Understand and maintain confidentiality, professional tact, diplomacy and presentation with administrators, staff, teachers, parents and the community.
• Ability to complete tasks accurately during periods of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years prior work experience in a related field.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations.
• Emphasis on experience with insurance and employee benefits.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing salary statements.
• Help maintain accurate records for the REP (Registry of Educational Personnel).
• Support the preparation of financial documents for payroll deductions for insurance.
• Communicate with employees about insurance options and organize open enrollment.
• Assist in the employee onboarding process for new hires.
• Prepare and submit ACA reports to insurance.
• Assist in auditing and reviewing financial documentation related to grants.
• Provide general administrative support for various Central Office duties.
• Coordinate with Business Office personnel in verifying all employee wages and benefits.
• Support and assist with phone calls or visitor inquiries requiring administrative attention.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits

Administrative Assistants (One Pager~Salary & Benefits) 2023 to 2025

This is a full‑time, year‑round position. Part‑time may be considered if requested by candidate.

Drug‑Free Workplace

MT. PLEASANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE AND DISTRICT POLICY REQUIRES DRUG TESTING FOR ALL POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES.

EEO Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the State of Michigan’s Elliott‑Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, Section 102(1), the Mt. Pleasant Public School District does not discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristics in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.