Office Manager

Company: AchieveKids
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionSalary: $19-$27 per hourOffice ManagerJob Announcement AchieveKids is a dynamic, non-profit educational organization with a rich 50-year history of providing non-public schooling in San Jose and Palo Alto, California. We serve students with complex emotional and developmental challenges. We focus on the skills and abilities necessary for our students to transition to progressively more independent learning and living environments. We strive to create joy in learning in order to enhance success beyond our doors. AchieveKids is an exciting place to work, and we have a lot to offer the right candidate.DESCRIPTIONThe Office Manager is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position, and reports to the Director of Education. The Office Manager helps foster an inclusive environment, welcoming for our visitors and the AchieveKids team. This dynamic position provides a variety of skilled confidential administrative and clerical support for senior management and the Board of Directors. This person supervises the organizations office services, including maintenance of electronic and paper records, upkeep of databases, mail pick up and distribution, reception, and communications. Responsibilities involve exposure to sensitive information and require diplomacy, discretion, and judgement.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Bachelors degree preferred, but not requiredExcellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skillsEffective organizational skills with a high attention to detailCritical thinking skills and the ability to work autonomously and in a team settingGood problem-solving skillsAbility to learn quickly and handle projects from inception to completionValid California drivers license with a clean driving recordCriminal record clearance, or formal exemptionBENEFITSGenerous Total Rewards Package!Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan optionsRetirement plan with generous company matchTuition and professional development assistanceHealth care and dependent care flexible spending accountsA fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!Apply online at

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