Operations Assistant

Foundation for California Community Colleges; Crozet (VA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college support organization is seeking an Operations Assistant to ensure smooth administrative operations. The role involves supporting office activities, maintaining organized spaces, and developing internal relationships. Candidates should have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, customer service experience, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. This position offers remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness certification

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of general professional office experience preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience.
• Familiarity with the Community College system a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of Office Operations teams.
• Maintain organized office space and inventory management.
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Service management software (JIRA)

Customer service

Education

Relevant AA/AS or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

Operations Assistant — Sacramento, California

We are seeking an Operations Assistant to join FoundationCCC in its mission of benefiting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges—the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Together, we are building stronger communities by getting students and colleges the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California. Join us as we continue this important work to uphold the value of community colleges in building a brighter future.

What You’ll Do

This position is responsible for the administrative duties and logistical services that support the Office Operations teams. The Assistant will be responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of FoundationCCC.

• Under general direction, Assistant supports the activities and operations of the Office Operations groups as the first point of contact, including administrative support, reception, conference room preparation and support, including AV troubleshooting, phone, and mail services.

• Maintaining an organized office space, including breakrooms, shared workspaces, conference room, storage spaces, and inventory management

• Build and cultivate relationships internally and externally where appropriate, act as organizational brand ambassador as needed and provide business development support and input where there is opportunity.

Attributes for Success

• A strategic and creative thinker who can problem-solve, working within and across teams to swiftly respond to needs identified across the California Community Colleges.

• Work in service management software programs (JIRA).

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel) and Google Workspace.

• Ability to work well, accurately, and with flexibility and optimism in stressful, high visibility situations.

• Exemplary interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the organization with professionalism and integrity and to develop, maintain, and promote strong internal and external relationships.

• We’re recruiting for mission-driven, passionate, equity-minded individuals with a strong desire to impact and change people’s lives for the better

• We are committed to professional development with an emphasis on shared leadership, to ensure growth for employees and the organization overall

• Relevant AA/AS, equivalent work experience, or a combination of both.

• Minimum of one (1) + year of general professional office experience preferred.

• Minimum of one (1) + year(s) of customer service experience.

• Familiarity with the Community College system a plus.

What we Offer

FoundationCCC is fully committed to a “remote-first” philosophy, and recruits and hires talent across the state in fully remote positions, where virtual work is possible. Our headquarters are located in Downtown Sacramento, just blocks from California’s State Capitol.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings

• CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans

• Carrot reproductive health and fertility support

• Tuition reimbursement

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer

To see the full job description, please email [e-mail].

Budgeted Hourly Pay Range: $22.00 - $22.00

Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.