Temporary Head Start Administrative Specialist

Action for Boston Community Development; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Training & development

Inclusive culture

Legacy of impact

Teamwork & camaraderie

Job summary

Action for Boston Community Development seeks an Administrative Assistant I to support the Head Start and Children's Services program. The role provides varied clerical support to the program director, managers, and staff, handling administrative tasks, records, and communications while promoting the program's mission.

The position is fixed-term, full-time, with a schedule at Savin Street in Boston. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to confidentiality,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience in a human service agency.
• Solid background in general office practices; associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clerical functions and office procedures; assist staff with assignments.
• Maintain departmental records and correspondence.
• Coordinate purchasing, personnel, payroll and other administrative matters.
• Schedule meetings; manage record-keeping and filing.
• Process monthly fees and payments; report to Program Director.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Keyboarding

Computer literacy

Records management

Bilingual ability

Independence

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Database software

Word processing

Email clients

Internet research

Job description

Action for Boston Community Development seeks an Administrative Assistant I to support the Head Start and Children's Services program. The role provides varied clerical support to the program director, managers, and staff, handling administrative tasks, records, and communications while promoting the program's mission.

The position is fixed-term, full-time, with a schedule at Savin Street in Boston. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to confidentiality,