Multi-Dept Secretary: Purchasing & AP Support

Kensington School; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

CPR/First Aid training

Job summary

Kensington School in Burr Ridge is seeking an experienced and personable Secretary to join our Home Office team. The role provides general administrative support across multiple departments, with a primary focus on assisting Purchasing, Accounts Payable, HR, and the Executive teams.

You will also handle calls, maintain files, and support data entry and scheduling. This full‑time position operates Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., year‑round, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• Strong time management, organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Friendly, approachable, and team‑oriented personality.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and secretarial support across multiple departments.
• Assist the Purchasing, Accounts Payable, HR, and Executive teams with daily administrative needs.
• Answer incoming phone calls and direct inquiries to appropriate departments.
• Maintain organized files, records, and office materials.
• Assist with correspondence, data entry, scheduling, and other general office tasks.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with school leadership, vendors, and families.
• Help maintain an organized, efficient, and welcoming office environment.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Team player

Professional demeanor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kensington School in Burr Ridge is seeking an experienced and personable Secretary to join our Home Office team. The role provides general administrative support across multiple departments, with a primary focus on assisting Purchasing, Accounts Payable, HR, and the Executive teams.

You will also handle calls, maintain files, and support data entry and scheduling. This full‑time position operates Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., year‑round, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision