The Carson Scholars Fund Is Hiring!

The Carson Scholars Fund, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded in 1994 by world-renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Benjamin Carson and his wife, Candy to elevate academic achievement and increase reading in our schools.  Executive Assistant will perform, coordinate and oversee technical and office administrative duties in support of the Executive Director and the Carson Scholars Fund Board of Directors. This is a full time position.  Responsibilities require the exercise of independent judgment, technical knowledge of the specific area of assignment and of overall Fund activities.

Work requires attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines. Applicant must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple competing tasks and demands.

 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

Equivalent to completion of two years of college-level coursework in business or a field related to the work and office administrative, supervisory or lead experience  in the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the jobas listed in the full posting.

Licenses Requirements:

Specified positions may require possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

Notary Public a plus.

Knowledge of: (at entry)

1. Policies, regulations and procedures related to the Executive Director’s office and other departments affecting the operation of the Fund.

2. Exemplary customer servce skills, including dealing effectively with the public, staff and Board of Directors, both in person and by telephone.

3. Teamwork and developing consensus.

4. Creative and innovative techniques for performing assignments.

5. Proper English usage, grammar and punctuation.

6. Business correspondence and formatting.

7. Basic mathematical computations, accounting and record keeping.  Knowledge of QuickBooks helpful.

8. Computer applications related to the work (Work, Publisher, Excel & PowerPoint).

9. Standard office administrative practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment.

For the full job posting and application information, please click here.

To submit a resume, please contact Amy Warner at AWarner@carsonscholars.org.