Front Office Administrative Specialist

Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston, South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bishop England High School is seeking a Front Office Administrative Specialist to serve as the welcoming, central hub for students, families, staff, and visitors. You will oversee daily front office operations, maintain confidentiality, and set a warm, professional tone at the main entrance.

The role is non-exempt, hourly, full-time (40 hours per week) and reports to the Director of Admissions. The ideal candidate brings a positive, proactive attitude, superb organizational skills, and

Qualifications

• Mission-driven with a passion for Catholic education.
• Polished professional with a joyful, resilient disposition.
• Discretion and high attention to confidential information.
• Proactive, independent, and collaborative team player.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Forms, Teams).
• Bachelor’s Degree; experience in school environments, HR, or student-facing roles is valued.

Responsibilities

• Administrative & Operational Support: manage daily office operations with confidentiality and meticulous accuracy.
• Front-Line Hospitality: provide a warm, polished, professional presence for visitors, students, and staff.
• Problem Solving & Workflow: anticipate needs, resolve issues, and stay flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Technology & Systems Support: use Microsoft Office Suite and internal software for communications, scheduling, and records.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Word

Excel

Outlook

Forms

Teams

Job description

Title: Front Office Administrative Specialist

In partnership with families, Bishop England High School educates students of all faiths and diverse abilities in a Catholic, Christ-centered community. Grounded in our core values of Faith, Service, Tradition, and Family, we prepare young people to learn with purpose, lead with character, and serve with compassion.

Position Summary: Bishop England High School is seeking a joyful, positive, and proactive Front Office Administrative Specialist to serve as a vital link between our students, families, staff, and visitors. As the primary administrative anchor at our main entrance, you will set a tone of warmth and hospitality while orchestrating daily front office operations. This dynamic role requires an adaptable self-starter who brings composure to a bustling school environment, maintains strict confidentiality, and approaches every task with exceptional attention to detail.

Classification: Non-Exempt, Hourly (Full-time, 40 hours per week)

Reports To: Director of Admissions

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative & Operational Support: Execute daily office operations, manage communications, and maintain accurate records with strict confidentiality and meticulous accuracy.
• Front-Line Hospitality: Provide a warm, polished, and professional presence for visitors, students, and staff, serving as a helpful and reassuring resource for the school community.
• Problem Solving & Workflow: Anticipate daily operational needs, resolve emerging issues independently, and maintain order with absolute flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Technology & Systems Support: Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and internal administrative software to support school communications, scheduling, and record-keeping.

Qualifications & Desired Attributes

• Mission-Driven: Deep passion for Catholic education and the ability to share our values with enthusiasm; serves as a credible witness to our faith.
• Character & Presence: Polished professional presentation with a joyful, resilient disposition; remains calm, confident, and steady under pressure.
• Detail & Discretion: Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail, with an absolute commitment to maintaining sensitive and confidential information.
• Proactive & Independent: A resourceful problem solver who works effectively with minimal direction while remaining an engaging, collaborative team player.
• Technical Skills: Tech-savvy and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Forms & TEAMS).
• Experience: Bachelor’s Degree; background in school environments, Human Resources, executive office support, or student-facing roles are highly valued.