Job Description
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Mission: Culver educates its students for leadership and responsible citizenship in society by developing and nurturing the whole individual, mind, spirit, and body, through integrated programs that emphasize the cultivation of character.
Culver Academies is a private boarding school. We enroll students from across the United States and around the world. We are seeking diverse talent to support our mission and enrich our learning environment. At Culver, we are always looking to strengthen our organizational leadership by adding outstanding talent to our staff whose passion is to serve our students.
Our location in Culver, Indiana is on the shore of Lake Maxinkuckee, Culver Academies encompasses 1,800 acres of green hills and woodlands, and a historic collegiate-like campus with beautiful Gothic buildings and architecture.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Administrative Assistant supports the Dean of Advising with the day-to-day management of the department. This includes communication, scheduling, and reception of visitors. In addition, the Administrative Assistant supports the department with large-scale communications and event coordination. They will often be the first point of contact between the Advisors and the wider community. They will take joy in welcoming and assisting people in both predictable and unpredictable ways. The ideal candidate will take pride in professionally representing the department with internal and external constituents. Additionally, they will develop strong, trusting relationships with community members while cultivating an appreciation for and understanding of Culver's culture and community.
REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred. Three years of general office work experience at progressive levels of responsibility is desired. Candidates must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills as well as effective writing, speaking, and listening skills. They will take charge of work and create new initiatives, display sound judgment, have effective problem-solving, and prudent decision-making skills. This position requires high-level computer proficiency, excellent data entry skills, high competency using Microsoft Office products, and experience with Cialfo, Veracross, Schoology and Survey Monkey.
TOTAL REWARDS: Culver offers much to complement your pay. Our health benefits include medical (Health Savings Account available), dental, and vision insurance options offered at extremely affordable rates and one of our most valued offerings is our FREE on-site Health Clinic including various FREE generic medications. Financial planning benefits include Life Insurance and a 403b retirement account with a very generous company match. At Culver we seek to support your whole self – mind, spirit, and body, which is why you have one hour of paid fitness time per week, 10 paid holidays and paid vacation time is offered after a 60-day orientation period. Culver also offers one FREE meal in the dining hall during the workday and a discount at the Campus Store and Uniform Shop. A strong Tuition Remission Program and scholarship opportunities are available for your eligible children attending both schools and camps.
Culver Academies is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
