What are the responsibilities and job description for the SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (Part-time) position at Education Development Center new?
Job Description
Location : Waltham, MA
The role : The Accounting, Finance, and Compliance team of the Education Development Center (EDC)’s Administration and Finance Division is responsible for providing accounting services, financial planning and analysis, and advising in compliance guidance through the organization.
The Accounting and Finance Department has a part-time opening for a Senior Administrative Assistant, reporting to the Controller, in Waltham, Massachusetts. This job requires being in the office 3-4 times each week and must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours a week.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies & procedures.
You will :
- Provide administrative support to the department, troubleshooting a variety of problems to ensure efficiency and smooth coordination
- Independently perform complex assignments requiring knowledge of content area and administrative systems
- Manage tasks of intermediate scope and complexity, such as :
Document preparation, photocopying, cataloguing, and electronic data handling
Qualifications
This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills.
Specific requirements :
Education :
Other skills / Experience :
Preferred :
Additional Information
EDC affirms its steadfast commitment to uphold the highest standards of conduct, ensuring the protection of all individuals from misconduct, and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any violation of these rights. Safeguarding refers to the measures and practices put in place to protect individuals, particularly vulnerable groups such as children and at-risk adults, from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
EDC is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Equity and excellence are inseparable. If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply.
Total Rewards :
EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees :
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range (full-time equivalent) of approximately $50,000 – $55,000. Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing Liz Christensen or by calling her at 800-225-4276 or 617-618-2329.
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
