Administrative Assistant

DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Position: Administrative Assistant

Department: Middle School

Available: June 2025

Detroit Country Day School is a private, independent, co-educational, non-denominational, preschool through grade 12, college preparatory school focused on a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis on academics, arts, athletics, and character development is prevalent across the curriculum. DCDS believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are educational imperatives for the intellectual, social, and moral growth of every child. We honor the dignity of every human being and value differences that exist and are expressed throughout our vibrant school.

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant will serve as the first point of contact for the Middle School. The position will be responsible for supporting the Director, Deans, and faculty with their daily needs, receiving visitors, and answering phones. This is a 12-month, full-time position, Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. The Administrative Assistant reports to the Middle School Director.

Essential Responsibilities

Perform general office duties including, but not limited to:

Serve as the receptionist, including greeting and directing visitors and answering or returning phone calls

Engage with students, faculty, staff, and parents in a positive and professional manner

Provide proactive and responsive clerical and administrative support to the Middle School Director, Deans, and faculty as requested

Assist with special projects

Operate office equipment such as copiers and phone systems and arrange for repairs as needed

Perform clerical assignments involving word processing, data entry, report preparation, and scheduling

Maintain complete and accurate paper and electronic files

Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least three years of experience providing administrative support, preferably in an educational setting

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and possess a willingness to learn new systems and web tools

Experience with Veracross and Canvas is a plus

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsible, well-organized, and attentive to detail

Possess problem solving skills and good judgment

Ability to follow work instructions

Flexible, collaborative, and patient

Ability to multitask, prioritize, manage projects, and meet deadlines

Maintain strict confidentiality in all school matters

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with all community members

Applying for the position

Interested candidates should submit letter of interest, resume and references online at