Temporary Administrative Assistant (F​/T

Temporary Administrative Assistant (F/T*) (Re-Announcement)

Pay rate is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

Internal Title Temporary Administrative Assistant (F/T*) (Re-Announcement)

Department

Department Early Childhood Development

High school diploma. Associate degree, college course work, or work related experience in business, communication, or early childhood education desired. Must have state and federal abuse clearances, current TB and health appraisals. CPR and First Aid certification preferred. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Must be computer literate and proficient with using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, and Google Apps. Requires exceptional customer service and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals on and off campus, including families, students, professors, and representatives from state agencies. Knowledge of principles and practices of basic office management and organization.

Knowledge of state & federal laws pertaining to early childhood care & education, particularly with DSS and DHS regulations. Knowledge of FERPA student privacy requirements.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Administrative Assistant provides general administrative and day-to-day operational support to the N.E. Miles Early Childhood Development Center ( ECDC ) and its Director. The ECDC hosts 500-600 families and visitors annually and consists of a staff of 20-25 teaching assistants, 5 Graduate Assistants, 2 Lead teachers, and 2 Permanent staff members.

* The candidate filling this position may be eligible for healthcare benefits.

Performs a variety of receptionist duties for the department, which includes answering the phone, observing security monitors, operating the front door buzzer, maintaining visitor logs, receiving and routing mail and UPS deliveries, and interacting with parent and student employees. Performs clerical and technical support for the director. Provides emergency assistance with sick children and/or classroom support when short staffed.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 10

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The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu
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