• Job Description

  Req#: RECOR017668
  School Summary
  
  Minnesota Connections Academy (MNCA) is a tuition-free, online charter school for students in grades K-12 throughout Minnesota. MNCA's program is operated through a contract with Connections Academy, LLC, to provide the educational program and other services. Connections Academy, a division of Connections Education, is accredited by AdvancED, and MNCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
  
  Position Summary
  
  This hybrid role (two in-office days, three remote) provides administrative support for student enrollment. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for a variety of daily tasks, including answering phones and emails, corresponding with families and other school districts regarding enrollment, greeting visitors, supporting administrators, and performing other duties as assigned.
  
  Responsibilities
  
  
  • Assist families through the application process and address general program questions
  • Evaluate and verify documents submitted in the Enrollment Portal to ensure accuracy and compliance with enrollment requirements
  • Assist families, school districts, and county Social Workers with enrollment-related inquiries
  • Send outgoing requests for records to schools for enrolling students
  • Monitor enrollment flag reports and collaborate with Assistant Principals to proactively resolve issues impacting student enrollment
  • Partner with school Social Workers to streamline the enrollment process for families who qualify for McKinney-Vento services
  • Manage communication with Pearson regarding technology fulfillment and ensure laptops are shipped promptly to new families
  • Enter student data into the state reporting system
  • Assist administration with a wide variety of special projects
  • Answer phones and greet guests
  • Other duties as assigned
  
  
  Requirements:
  
  
  • Please note that two-step authentication is required to set up and access all systems if a job offer is extended.
  • High school diploma required
  • 1-2 years of similar administrative experience preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based applications
  • Proficiency with Google applications (Mail, Calendar, Drive, Hangouts, Documents, etc.)
  • Basic accounting knowledge preferred
  • Intermediate skill level in MS Excel
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality (FERPA)
  • Customer-focused approach
  • High degree of flexibility
  • Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  
  
  Note: The anticipated starting salary for Minnesota-based individuals expressing interest in this position begins at $16.50 per hour.
  
  Minnesota Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer
  
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
  For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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