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Berkwood Hedge School seeks a highly organized interim Operations Coordinator for our Lower School.  We hope to hire someone immediately or as soon as possible. The job ends June 30, 2024. This leadership position requires the ability to oversee and execute a wide range of daily tasks while maintaining a respectful and efficient workplace that serves and supports the entire school. Our team is strong, collegial, and highly collaborative. 

We seek a partner who will have agency over their own excellence, and flourish in a fast paced, dynamic, creative work environment while establishing a warm and caring office environment for the children, parents, and teachers. We are looking for a team-mate who thrives on ownership, collaboration, and service. 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE has the following qualities 

• Love of children 
• Understands independent school culture 
• Thinks and acts quickly in a sometimes fast-paced work environment 
• Takes professional pride in and enjoys administrative work, and pays attention to detail 
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Strong organizational and time management skills/ability to manage multiple administrative tasks simultaneously 
• Has a friendly and professional demeanor in all interactions 
• Works both independently and as a team player 
• Values collegiality with administrators, faculty, and staff 
• Maintains confidentiality in the execution of duties 

DUTIES/TASK

The Interim Operations Coordinator reports directly to the Head of School. Regular tasks include: 

• Serves as Receptionist to visitors, parents and students 
• Responsible for internal communications, school calendar, teacher schedules, and teacher coverage during absences 
• Coordinates site maintenance with outside providers/vendors 
• Manages office processes, makes supply purchases, and manages file storage 
• Volunteer coordination 
• Some evening and weekend attendance is required. In addition, must be able to check early morning emails for teacher absences so subs can be arranged.
• Manages maintenance and repair crews

REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Outstanding communication skills 
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively 
• Ability to prioritize and manage simultaneous demands while maintaining a professional, friendly attitude. 
• Significant experience with File Maker Pro, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, including Google Groups and Zoom. 

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• 5 years of administrative work 
• Prior experience in an independent school is desirable 
• 2-year Associate or 4-year Bachelor's Degree preferred 

This is a Full-Time Exempt position. The salary for this position will be commensurate with the candidate's experience. Employees enjoy a competitive employee benefits program including medical coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous retirement plan contribution, and voluntary supplemental life insurance. 

To apply please send the following to Love Weinstock, Head of School, at employment@berkwood.org:

• Cover Letter: Application must be accompanied by a cover letter expressing why you are interested in the position. Address the responsibilities and your qualifications for the position.   Resumes received without a cover letter will not be considered.
• Resume 

We will accept applications until the position is filled. Interviews will begin immediately.

We look for candidates who thrive on ownership, service, creativity and collaboration. At Berkwood Hedge School, an employee’s engagement includes various activities in addition to their basic job, such as giving extra help to students who need it, communicating feedback directly to the Head of School, encouragement of the efforts of colleagues, concern for the appearance of the classroom and of the grounds, promptness in meeting all school obligations and flexibility and cooperation in supporting our school’s advancement. Attendance at school events and activities, such as plays, concerts, festivals, and fairs, staff meetings, and open houses is required.

For more information about Berkwood Hedge School, please visit us at berkwood.org. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. We will accept applications until the position is filled. Interviews will begin immediately.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job responsibilities are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Employment at Berkwood Hedge School is “at-will”. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Offers contingent on passing a background check and TB assessment.