On-Site School Admin & Events Coordinator

Connections-Education-4; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Connections Academy is seeking a highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of the regional office and statewide virtual programs. This role provides operational, logistical, and communication support to school leadership, staff, students, and families to maintain efficient, professional, and student-centered administrative operations.

This is a 12-month position reporting to the Business Office Manager.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to work in-office in Durham and travel to events.
• 12-month work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Manage front-office operations and serve as a professional point of contact for students, families, staff, and visitors.
• Support in-person events, including testing days, staff trainings, and family meetings.
• Coordinate logistics for school events and professional development activities.
• Maintain office inventory, mail distribution, and coordination of student shipments.
• Support enrollment processes and compliance data tracking.
• Enter, update, and verify student and staff information in school systems.
• Maintain confidential physical and digital filing systems.
• Draft and distribute communications as directed.
• Track tasks, deadlines, and follow-ups to support operational efficiency.
• Support interactions with vendors and community partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

North Carolina Connections Academy is seeking a highly organized Administrative Assistant to support the daily operations of the regional office and statewide virtual programs. This role provides operational, logistical, and communication support to school leadership, staff, students, and families to maintain efficient, professional, and student-centered administrative operations.

This is a 12-month position reporting to the Business Office Manager.