Job Description:
A vacancy exists for an Administrative Assistant position to work within the South East Youth Development Center in the Office of Student Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit!  The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing secretarial and clerical support to the Program Administrator for Correctional Education to ensure the efficient operation of correctional education programs and promote a positive public image.
 
Qualifications:

• No post-secondary degree required; Associates/BS Degree in general field preferred. 
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in administrative support
• 1-3 years of experience in any specialized area required as part of the job functions
• Expertise (includes one or more of the following):
  1. Professional approach to their work that includes very strong customer service skills.
  2. Strong Technology skills, including extensive use of Microsoft applications as well as MCIU software.
  3. Specialized skills in area to be able to work autonomously as proven through work experience.
• Customer service with staff, students and families
• Familiarity and ability to use various technology and database systems
• Ability to multi-tasking with attention to detail
• Necessary to be flexible and adaptable to various interruptions
• Problem-solving ability and experience de-escalating contentious situations with students and families
• Three (3) years' experience in similar occupation preferred.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI

 
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and disseminate correspondence, teacher conference evaluations and reports for Program Administrator - Correctional Education.
• Run reports in student information system for Program Administrator - Correctional Education; create mail merges and entry/analysis in budget software.
• Ensure an adequate inventory and distribution of school supplies. 
• Maintain and update files, including confidential personnel files.
• Coordinate and organize various student functions including but not limited to 9th grade orientation, academic award programs and graduation.
• Process building maintenance, custodial and repair work orders.
• Assist teachers with projects as necessary.
• Organize daily schedule, set appointments, and maintain calendar for Program Administrator - Correctional Education.
• Greet and screen visitors to the facility and handle communications with parents and interested parties.
• Obtain and maintain student records and adhere to record release protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Location:
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is located in Norristown, PA and provide services to students in School Age K-12 and Non-Pub classrooms located throughout Montgomery County, PA. The MCIU's South East Youth Development Center is located at 1200 Mokychic Rd. Collegeville, PA 19426, on the grounds of the SCI Phoenix Correctional Facility.
 
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7 hours/day, 12 months (260-262 days/year)
 
Pay Rate:
$24.86/hour - $29.25/hour
 
About Us:
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.
 
Why Should You Apply? 
The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance. 
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

How to Apply:
Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/jobs (Job ID: 1495). Please contact the Human Resources Office at careers@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.