What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Assistant position at WorldStrides?
Company Introduction
WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world - and themselves - in new ways.
Job Description : Operations Assistant
Join our dynamic On-Site Coordinator administrative team at WorldStrides as an Operations Assistant! In this essential role, you will support the scheduling of seasonal On-Site Coordinators who assist our groups during their travels at hotels, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer experiences. Additionally, you will provide general administrative support to both the On-Site Coordinator administrative and seasonal teams. The ideal candidate for this position is based in Northern Virginia (NOVA) and will enjoy a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
Serve as Product Delivery / Operations Support to the On-Site Coordinator Department :
- Assist the Manager of On-Site Coordinator Department with assignment (stint) scheduling, confirmations, and entry into system.
- Provide support to review, process and approve On-Site Coordinator expenses and reimbursements as needed.
- Review and maintain departmental forms and reports paperwork as needed.
- Additional responsibilities to include :
- Liaison between the Hotel and On-Site Coordinator Departments.
- Liaison between the Night Chaperone and On-Site Coordinator Departments.
- Function as a contributing member of the Product Delivery division through effective communication and assisting other staff members as needed.
- Additional duties as assigned by the Manager of On-Site Coordinators.
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WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.
