Operations Assistant - School Ops & Benefits

Excellence Community Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) employer match

Paid time off

Sick leave

Parental leave

FMLA

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Excellence Community Schools (ECS) seeks an Operations Assistant to support daily administrative operations across our Bronx, NY campus and partner sites. The role emphasizes organization, confidentiality, and cross‑department coordination to ensure smooth school functions.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in an administrative/ops role, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. Competitive benefits include health coverage, retirement match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations/office assistant or similar administrative role.
• Proficiency with office equipment and general office management procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Organize office and assist staff to optimize procedures.
• Sort and distribute communications promptly.
• Create and update records ensuring accuracy.
• Schedule and plan meetings and appointments.
• Monitor supplies and coordinate with departments.
• Respond to requests and resolve office malfunctions timely.
• Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
• Provide general reception support and assist visitors.
• Support after-school and family events as needed.
• Maintain student files and storage areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Written and verbal comms

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Excellence Community Schools (ECS) seeks an Operations Assistant to support daily administrative operations across our Bronx, NY campus and partner sites. The role emphasizes organization, confidentiality, and cross‑department coordination to ensure smooth school functions.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in an administrative/ops role, strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. Competitive benefits include health coverage, retirement match, and paid time off.