Administrative Assistant to the Director of Operations at Berks Career & Technology Center

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting deadlines while collaborating as part of a team? Do you thrive in environments where you can solve daily challenges with minimal supervision? If you are passionate about contributing to an educational setting that prepares high school students for skilled trades and careers, Berks Career and Technology Center (BCTC) wants to hear from you!

About BCTC: BCTC is a premier career and technical education facility offering top-tier technical education and career preparation for high school and adult students in the Berks County area.

Qualifications:

Education: Associate degree in business or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered. Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of administrative support experience.

Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and general office equipment; strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills; high level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks; demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professional decorum and an exemplary attendance record is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Director of Operations, including managing schedules, preparing reports, and assisting with departmental processes.
• Support the facilities, grounds, and transportation teams by managing clerical tasks and coordinating activities.
• Provide administrative support for the transportation function.
• Oversee the clerical aspects of the annual Safe School Committee training.

Why Join Our Team: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Capital Blue Cross family medical and prescription plans with reasonable deductibles and co-pays. We also provide company-paid dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance plans. Enjoy paid vacation (10–15 days/year based on service), paid sick leave (12 days/year, cumulative), paid personal days (1–2 days/year based on years of service), paid holidays (17 days/year), paid emergency leave (2 days/year), and paid bereavement leave (1–3 days/year). Additional benefits include PSERS retirement contributions and tuition reimbursement. Starting salary is $16.50/hour with annual increases.

Schedule: This is a full-time, 12-month position mainly based at our West Campus in Leesport, PA. But will be required to report to BCTC’s East Campus in Oley.  The work schedule is 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a duty-free 60-minute lunch break. Enjoy a four-day work week during the summer (June through August).

Questions: Call us at 610-743-7645 

To Apply:  Complete the on-line employment application process under the Human Resources link that is available @ www.berkscareer.com. Refer to job ID# 427.

Application Deadline: On or before Friday, November 8, 2024 or until the position is filled.