Administrative Assistant 2 – Multi Language Support (Part-time PRN)
- Drake Head Start
- Staff, part-time without benefits (less than 20 hours per week)
Title: Administrative Assistant 2 – Multi Language Support (Part-time PRN)
Hours: 8-10 hours per week, based on need
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Department Summary:
The vision of Head Start and Early Head Start is a noble one: “changing lives to change tomorrow.”
Drake University Head Start and Early Head Start programs support the comprehensive development of children from birth to age 5, in classroom settings, home-based programming, and childcare partnership locations.
Job Summary:
This position provides detail-oriented and timely administrative support to the Drake Head Start Programs by scheduling and fulfilling language interpretation and document translation requests. The successful candidate will have experience working with interpretation and translation services, be fluent in English and at least one other language, and promote a broad understanding of Drake University Head Start's philosophy, initiatives, vision and its relationship to stakeholders and the community professionally.
Minimum Qualifications:
• High School Diploma
• One year of office experience
• Highly proficient computer skills and experience working with Microsoft
• Bilingual
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or interpreter or translator certification
• Head Start experience.
• Current Driver's license and ability to be insured by University insurance
Job Duties:
- 80% - Arrange interpretation and translation services for Drake University Head Start families and staff. Process requests for interpretation and translation services and reconcile related invoices. - (Essential)
- 5% - Accurately translate or ensure translation of agency forms, newsletters, reports, and other documents as needed. Provide verbal and written interpretation and translation services in fluent languages. - (Essential)
- 5% - Assist in the development and dissemination of materials and resources to staff and parents relevant to dual language and cultural programming.
- 5% - Record Maintenance and Scheduling: Maintain strict confidentiality of all records and documents. Maintain department records, reports, and child files in a secure manner. Assist with scheduling family intake meetings. Other duties as assigned - (Essential)
- 5% - Follow Federal Head Start Program Performance Standards, state and local regulations, rules and requirements compliance. Maintain strict confidentiality of all records and documents. Maintain department records and reports in a secure manner. Represent Drake University and Drake University Head Start in a professional manner. Treat clients, co-workers, staff, parents and community members with respect and civility, and ensure a safe and inclusive environment for everyone at all times. React to change productively, maintain prompt and regular attendance, and perform all other duties as assigned. Promote Head Start philosophy and initiatives. - (Essential)
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
If you have questions about this job posting or the application process, please email us at jobs@drake.edu.
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake:
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Drake:
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. In fact, the celebration of diversity and inclusion are embedded in our Core Values. Learn more about our DEI commitment and efforts here.
We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you are a member of a socially or historically underrepresented or marginalized group or you have actively demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage you to apply. If you are a member of one of the equity groups identified by applicable law, we encourage you to self-identify, where requested in our online application system.
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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