School Operations Associate - Ánimo Mae Jemison Charter Middle School

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OPPORTUNITY
Under the direct supervision of the School Office Manager, this position will provide administrative support to the school’s front office during the school year (~10-months). Green Dot California classified personnel have union representation as members of the Ánimo Classified Employees Association (ACEA), an affiliate of the California Teachers Association (CTA) and the National Education Association (NEA).
 
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilities
> Conduct regular campus walkthroughs and monthly safety inspections
> Submit work orders to correct facility issues
> Coordinate vendor work and campus access
> Assist in troubleshooting facility related issues (e.g., work orders, custodial, etc.)
 
School Nutrition Program
> Serve as a liaison between school and food vendors and troubleshoot food service issues,
> Monitor day-to-day activities and ensure accurate and timely data entry using the school’s meal program software
> Plan and execute the lunch application/household income form collection process to meet collection percentage goals and timelines
 
Team Engagement Program
> Participate in Green Dot and individual professional development programs
> Prepare for and engage in team and individual meetings with manager
 
Purchasing
> Maintain accurate book and school supply inventories by coordinating and overseeing annual physical inventories and data management in Green Dot’s inventory software      
> Work with School Operations Manager to purchase materials, books, and equipment    
> Oversee organization of the school’s book room. Duties may include ensuring that all books are properly labeled and implementing an efficient and accurate digital check in/check out process
 
Student Attendance, Health, Safety and Security
> Coordinate daily and weekly SART process in collaboration with school administration
> Coordinate health and safety training and drills
> Support enforcement of campus safety processes
 
Operational & Strategic Leadership/Other
> Support ongoing improvement by actively evaluating processes and suggesting improvements
> Leverage technology to drive improvements and efficiencies    
 
Other duties may include, but are not limited to:
Student Recruitment, Lottery and Enrollment
> Support School Operations Manager, as needed
 
Event Planning and Coordination
> Support School Operations Manager, as needed
 
State and Federal Compliance
> Support school staff on compliance related matters related to funding, school nutrition program, safety, student records, and staff records. This may entail supporting staff on document retention practices and scheduling inspections, drills and audits
 
Front Office Operations
> Provide excellent customer service to parents, staff, students and visitors to the front office and strive to effectively solve any problems or concerns that may arise
> Support teachers with classroom technology troubleshooting
> Oversee copier operations and contact copier technician for copy breakdown issues
> Assist in managing student traffic flow in the main office (e.g., discipline, medical, emergency situations, etc.)
 
Additional duties as assigned
 
QUALIFICATIONS
As an ideal candidate, you:
 
> have a bachelor’s degree or commensurate professional experience
> have a minimum of 1 year in an administrative support capacity in an office environment is (preferred); prior experience within a school setting is desired
> have Spanish proficiency (valued)
> have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
> are proficient in Google Suite – Sheets, Docs, Forms, Slides
> are proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint and Outlook; comfortable learning new computer programs
> can manage multiple priorities, perform well under pressure, and complete tasks/ projects effectively and on time
> can maintain a positive, “can-do” attitude at all times, especially when faced with adversity
> have a high level of personal responsibility and drive toward ambitious goals
> have a commitment to customer service
> can exercise discretion in the dissemination of information
> are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve
> will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer
 
> Work Hours: This position requires consistent attendance during scheduled hours, as flexibility is limited by classroom or operational requirements.
> Physical Requirements: The position may require certain physical abilities, such as interacting with prospective families, traveling across Los Angeles County, walking or standing for long periods or moving through various parts of the school.
> Social Requirements: The position requires extensive interaction with students, colleagues, and members of the public.
> On-Site Presence: This role requires regular, in-person attendance to meet the needs of students, staff, and the school environment. Remote work/telecommuting is generally not an option.
 
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.
 
COMPENSATION
The starting hourly rate range for this position is $24.15 - $26.09 based on education. In addition, Green Dot offers one of the most robust and comprehensive benefits packages in the industry (for both you and your dependents):
 
> Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Green Dot’s benefit plans, effective on the first of the month following their date of hire
> No-cost premium (for employee only) and low-cost premium (for entire family) HMO option via Anthem Vivity - a network that includes some of the best hospitals in the nation (Cedars Sinai, Huntington Memorial, Torrance Memorial, UCLA and more). 
> Medical PPO and EPO options (visit https://mygreendotbenefits.benefitseasy.net/ for more information)
> Dental and vision care coverage (100% employer-paid options) 
> Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid)
> Life and AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Optional Term Life & AD&D Insurance
> Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid)
> Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care)
> Wellness programs and resources
> Financial planning/coaching access
> California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) participation, with both employee and employer contributions
> Optional non-matching 401(k) plan
> Hourly rate increase for earning an Associate and/or Bachelor degree (post-hire)
> Annual hourly rate increase* 
> Annual ‘perfect attendance’ bonus*
> Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved, job-related coursework/workshops
> Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid)
 
*subject to change
 
Green Dot also offers generous paid time off for an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students:
 
Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted and we hire on a rolling basis. We are looking to fill positions as soon as possible.
 
Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens in our organizational culture, as well as in our educational and talent practices. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities, and we recruit, employ, support, compensate and promote employees, without regard to their actual or perceived race, religious creed (including religious dress or grooming practices), color, national origin or ancestry (including native language spoken), physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), parental status, age (forty (40) and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, citizenship, immigration status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Please note that Green Dot Public Schools cannot sponsor any applicant for a temporary or permanent U.S employment-based visa, nor hire any applicant currently holding a temporary U.S. employment-based visa.

Animo Mae Jemison Charter Middle School, Watts, CA