Executive Director's Assistant
The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is a critical part of Michigan’s education system serving the Greater Kalamazoo region and provides specialized services to schools and communities and optimizes resources by centralizing innovative programs and services. We partner with school districts and the broader community to offer essential programs including early childhood education, special education, career learning , and educator development, ensuring that learners of all ages receive the support they need.
We are currently seeking an Executive Director's Assistant to support MiCloud at the KRESA Service Center in Portage, Michigan.
The essential responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
- Align services with KRESA Core Values (Collaboration, Innovation, Compassion, Respect, and Integrity) and Culture & Belonging principles to engage and serve all students
- Monitor and track department/program adherence to established budget
- Handles customer district billing and contract management
- Assists with daily operation of the office
- Communicates with clients (state, higher education offices, local district, staff, community, etc.)
- Manages administrative functions (scheduling, meetings, minutes, coordination of calendars, reports, coordinate communications)
- Assists with the systematic process of project management
- Composes and/or transcribes from rough draft: correspondence, bulletins, reports and other confidential material
- Proofreads documents, reports, and brochures
- Generates confidential reports for internal and external distribution
- Assists professional staff
- Coordinates the efforts of support personnel
- Handles department specific responsibilities
- Regular and consistent attendance
- Other duties as assigned
Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two to three years related professional experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience. Associate’s degree or higher preferred. Microsoft Office Certification is beneficial.
Other skills and abilities include:
- Embraces and supports KRESA philosophies related to our core values (Collaboration, Innovation, Compassion, Respect, and Integrity), Culture & Belonging, and Continuous Improvement
- Embraces and supports KRESA’s vision of a transformative, equitable and innovative education for all in the Greater Kalamazoo region
- Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a wide range of identities and lived experiences
- Ability to discuss differences with colleagues and clients in a manner that supports building positive working relationships
This is an 12-month calendar position in job grade 13 with an annual rate of pay between $40,465.44 and $58,213.44
KRESA employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit offering that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits through Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services, tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness and wellness incentives – all within a supportive and caring culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect.
A Great Place to Live and Work
Kalamazoo was recently recognized as a great place to live in the 2024 50 Best Places to Live roundup by Money.com. Kalamazoo was noted for its abundant family-friendly activities and appreciation for artisan-crafted goods, as well as the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.
Notice of Non-discrimination: It is the policy of Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency that no discriminating practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or sexual identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category be allowed during any program, activity, service or in employment. The following position at Kalamazoo RESA has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Contact information: 269-250-9200, 1819 E. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002.
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