Title - RBERN Bilingual Administrative Assistant
Location - Castleton, NY
Intro
Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can’t be done alone. Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations. We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.
About
Questar III BOCES announces an immediate vacancy for a full-time Administrative Assistant to support the Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (RBERN) service located at our Central Office in Castleton, NY. This position will contribute to the effective and efficient operation of the RBERN office and will participate in the daily functioning of the program.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: handling office management duties, budget management support, coordinating and scheduling meetings and appointments, client database management, processing district requests, sorting mail, coordinating meetings, scheduling appointments, screening calls, database management, handling expense reports, hotel accommodations, and conference registrations for the RBERN team, material duplication, and budgetary processes for conferences hosted by the CD RBERN, Support PRHYLI student applications, prepare session materials, coordinate lunch for student participants, and ensure effective communication with chaperons for weekend institutes. Play a critical role in sustaining the operational and logistical needs of the expanding CD RBERN service regions and other tasks as assigned by the Administrator and other tasks as assigned by the Director.
Qualified applicants must meet Columbia County Civil Service minimum qualifications as outlined below and have the ability to demonstrate bilingual Spanish-speaking skills. Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, demonstrated bilingual skills, and EITHER:
a). Six years of clerical experience, at least three of which shall have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity; OR:
b). An associate degree in secretarial science and four years of clerical experience, at least two of which have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity; OR:
c). Graduation from a recognized four-year college or university and two years of experience as defined in "B" above.
To apply, please send your resume with cover letter to employment@questar.org. Be sure to include Bilingual Administrative Assistant in the subject line of your email.
For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org.