Senior Administrative Assistant, Florida Scholars Academy (Must reside within 50 Miles of Orlando, FL)

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Deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on

02-18-2026

Job Title:Senior Administrative Assistant, Florida Scholars Academy (Must reside within 50 Miles of Orlando, FL)

Contract Type:Employee

Annual Salary:$37,674.00 - $75,348.00Location:FL - FSA

Job Description Summary:Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform.

FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law.

The Position:

Position General Summary:

The Senior Administrative Assistant, Florida Scholars Academy position performs skilled administrative work assisting the Superintended of Schools, Florida Scholars Academy, Regional Directors, Florida Scholars Academy, and Instructional Leaders, Florida Scholars Academy by providing administrative support in the operation, management, and planning of the organization. Work includes planning and coordinating the administrative and office support functions necessary for the efficient operation of the office or department and serving as liaison to the subordinate sections and outside agencies.

Essential Position Functions:

Accurately and clearly convey directives, assignments, instructions, and other information from management to staff as directed.

Appropriately resolve administrative problems by monitoring workflow processes, noting trends, formulating projections, and making recommendations based on thorough analysis of technical and/or legal issues facing the organizations.

Administer office functions for the office or department, such as personnel actions, budget preparation, and records control.

Develop and participate in developing the standard operating policies and procedures for the office or department. Monitor compliance on and the effectiveness of the established policies and procedures.

Interpret operating policies.

Ensure the directors are notified of new and changed school policies and procedures that affect their operations.

Coordinate collection of information for reports, such as attendance records, employee terminations, new hires, transfers, and budget expenditures.

Prepare reports, including conclusions and recommendations for solutions to administrative problems.

Represent the office or department in meetings as needed.

Assist in annual budget preparation and monitoring expenditures as needed.

Provide administrative assistance to the Superintendent of Schools, Florida Scholars Academy in personnel management, such as interviewing and hiring applicants, and disciplinary and performance evaluation procedures.

Monitor contracts and/or grants to ensure that contractors and/or personnel are in compliance with established provisions and deadlines.

Prepare and review agenda requests and ensure that supporting documentation is included.

Independently procure and maintain necessary supplies, equipment, services, and/or facilities through appropriate means such as soliciting bids, preparing and approving contracts, and/or monitoring organizational needs.

Hold all work-related information in the strictest confidence. This includes but is not limited to, communications, either direct or indirect, strategic information, and employee-specific personnel information. Any breach of confidentiality can be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Any other academic related topic established at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools, Florida Scholars Academy or Regional Directors, Florida Scholars Academy.

Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others.

All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.

(These essential functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required.)

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure/Certification:

High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

Associate's degree, preferred.

Experience:

Two years' administrative experience supporting mid – upper-level management roles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):

Proficiency in various technical applications most commonly used at FLVS, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) and telephone system.

Strong organizational skills required such as scheduling, filing, making reservations, and preparing materials on a timely basis.

Knowledge of database systems and data retrieval.

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Ability to work with/for multiple employees and meet deadlines.

Possesses excellent written and verbal skills.

Ability for proactive work orientation.

Ability to take general directions to establish plans and manage assignments to completion.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Team member carries out essential job functions with accuracy, engages in ongoing and relevant professional learning, applies new knowledge effectively, and demonstrates mastery of job-specific skills

PRODUCTIVITY

Team member produces high quality work, meets organizational and departmental deadlines, balances multiple responsibilities, manages time effectively, and seeks ways to improve processes and productivity

COMMUNICATION

Team member communicates clearly in written and verbal formats, collaborates effectively, demonstrates professionalism in all interactions, exhibits strong interpersonal skills, and contributes to a positive team and professional community

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Team member addresses the needs of internal and external customers, analyzes problems effectively, contributes to innovative solutions, seeks opportunities for improvement, and successfully adapts to change

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

Frequency of travel: Occasional travel is required for meetings, trainings, and conferences; location may vary and may require overnight stays.

Light physical activities and efforts required working in an office environment.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

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