Position Summary

The NESS Administrative Assistant plays an important role supporting many functions at New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS). This individual has experience in a variety of administrative and clerical tasks with a strong focus on computer programs and database knowledge. This is a customer facing position that requires a proactive, energetic, and well-organized individual that is detail-oriented, and able to successfully work on multiple projects simultaneously. This position will assist in all office functions and program administration and support. This non-exempt, full-time, year-round position reports to NESS’s Office Coordinator.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate and work effectively with students, parents, customers, and staff

• Work closely with NESS’s Office Coordinator to assist with daily tasks and operations of the office

• Update student records and record information in student database

• Answer and respond to customer phone calls and other inquiries as needed

• During the summer months, supervise NESS students (ages 4-17) during the lunch hours

• Produce rosters and reports to be distributed to staff

• Input survey and vessel use data

• Work with managed services provider to coordinate IT updates and maintain tech inventory

• Answer and record marine radio calls and phone calls

• Adhere to NESS’s Emergency Action Plan and to all CT state camp regulations

• Demonstrate a high degree of maturity and professionalism

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older

• Previous office, customer service, and/or camp experience preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with database management

• Strong decision making, and logistical skills

• Must be highly organized with attention to detail

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Pass government background check

Compensation commensurate with experience and includes comprehensive benefits package.

NESS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

About NESS: New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) offers a unique education model that empowers students with leadership, teamwork, confidence, and problem-solving skills to ensure academic success. It is NESS’s mission to empower students with a love of learning through ocean-based experiential programs that serve schools, teachers, and families. Our goal is to advance academic opportunities for K-12 students of all backgrounds in both urban and suburban markets. We hope you will play a role in helping us continue this important educational mission—in person, online, or on the water! This STEM-based curriculum includes marine science, sailing, power boating, and adventure sports. NESS is the first, and only, program of its kind to be accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). For more information, visit www.nessf.org