What are the responsibilities and job description for the OPERATIONS ASSISTANT BRAND NEW OFFICE position at Mad Science?
Job description
Mad Science is opening up a NEW location in Wheeling and is currently looking for an Operations Assistant. Someone familiar with working with kids, daycare, teaching or camp experience would be perfect for this job!
Join a growing company dedicated to getting kids excited about science! Mad Science is the area's premier provider of STEM enrichment programming and entertainment. We are a local franchise of the Mad Science Group, which has been providing science-themed programming for more than 30 years. We guarantee the job will be very rewarding.
Job Description
- This is a wish list, we are flexible and we are willing to train on some skills
- The Operations Assistant is an integral member of the Mad Science team. He / she is responsible for tasks relating supporting the Operations Manager including staffing, marketing, customer communications and fulfillment of Mad Science programs. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the AM engages in a variety of activities related to client order processing, lead handling, data entry, customer communications, marketing campaigns and assists with staffing. The Ops Asst. contributes to the sales and marketing efforts on a range of projects as well as driving processes essential to the company's day to day operations. Additionally, the OA will be certified as a Mad Science instructor and may perform or assist with Mad Science programming at client locations as required.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Answer phones and address customer inquiries; book Mad Science programs from inbound calls
Assist with managing social media presence and email marketing campaigns.
Assisting and creating print marketing materials including flyers, ads for print publications, and program-related print materials such as registration flyers
Serve as an assistant to Operations Manager
Assist with on-site administration of school programs
Assists with training, coaching and hiring the Mad Science Team.
Serve as a substitute instructor when necessary
Desired Skills Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and with minimal direction
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and Google applications
Experience managing online marketing campaigns and social media marketing, Google is a plus, but we will train
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Energetic, outgoing and FUN personality
No Science background is necessary, but you must be willing to learn!
Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation, as we do outreach so you will periodically traveling in area.
Preferred Previous experience in marketing, business management, supervising staff or comparable experience in a similar role desired. A background working with children or children's programming is a definite plus.
Work Schedule We are flexible on an exact work schedule, but we require 30-40 hrs per week M-F between the hours of 8 : 00AM and 5 : 30PM. All Managers also work a rotating weekend schedule of Saturday morning, (3-4 hours) 1-2 times per month.
Salary & Benefits Salary, is open, based upon your skills and experience.
Email all cover letters and resumes to Kathy@madsciencemilwaukee.com
You may also apply online at northillinois.madscience.org Scroll to the bottom, click on work for us
Compensation : $19.00 - $25.00 per hour
Mad Science is a powerhouse brand with locations around the globe! For over 35 years, we have sparked imaginative learning through our summer camps, birthday parties, in-class workshops, after-school programs, and special events for kids ages 3-12. Become part of our team and help us inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Salary : $19 - $25
