Administrative Assistant - Remote

Overview

Vanguard College Prep is looking for a fun and energetic self-starter, who is well-organized, detail-oriented, and can work in a fast-paced environment to be an Administrative Assistant. Vanguard aims to bridge the gap between high schoolers and successful college students. We are at the forefront of revolutionizing afterschool education in the college prep arena and want someone with just as much enthusiasm for education and students as we have. Our culture at Vanguard is that of a friendly one, and although we are young, we have big ambitions—to create an enabling environment for students to not just learn but develop their academic careers.

In Short

• Acts as the focal point of information between staff, students, and parents.
• Responsible for all incoming calls from new and existing clients.
• Assists in developing relations with existing clients.
• Reports issues to Directors.
• Implements and perfects office systems and procedures.
• Maintains and manages company calendar and appointments.
• Supports sales and production.
• Comfortable posting on social media.
• Participates in staff meetings as needed.
• Ensures consistency in the company’s public image.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and coachable.
• Ability to multitask professionally.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficient in IOS, Windows, MS Office Suite, and G-Suites.
• Experience in an educational institution is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong business etiquette.
• Calm and professional under pressure.
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Sick Days.
• Vacation Days.