Job Description
Office Administrator
Superintendent's Office
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services - Position - Other
Job Number 4600322159
Start Date Open Date 06/03/2026
Closing Date 06/19/2026 General Definition of Work The Office Administrator, under general supervision, performs complex executive-level administrative support to the Chief of Staff and Deputy Superintendent, while managing the day-to-day office administration of the department(s). Position carries out and delegates details as appropriate for assigned responsibilities. Employee performs advanced administrative support work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures under the direction of the Executive Director of Executive Services. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary/Status NC 11 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule/Full-time, 12 months Reports To Executive Director of Executive Services Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time. Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Serve as an assistant to the Chief of Staff and Deputy Superintendent, maintaining confidentiality
Maintain the cabinet member's appointment calendar; schedule meetings and conferences between internal and external stakeholders Prepare agendas, reports, correspondence, and memorandums
Respond to direct inquiries and route calls to the appropriate party for prompt and efficient resolution with confidentiality and a high level of professionalism
Support stakeholders in person, via phone, and email
Respond and resolve internal and external inquiries and complaints; exercise judgment in policy explanations while providing excellent customer service. Refer inquiries and complaints to appropriate staff when necessary Participate in coordinating and administering division budgets; assist in monitoring expenditures
Initiate procurement of supplies, materials and services, negotiate/solicit quotes, review and draft vendor contracts and process payments to vendors. Monitor expenditures, issue purchase orders, and process fund transfers
Serve as p-card administrator as assigned
Maintain supply, technology and furniture inventory
Make necessary arrangements for staff attendance at conferences, workshops, and meetings; secure workshop registration, airline transportation, and hotel accommodations; process travel expenses upon return
Process payroll, report and maintain employee leave/absences, process quarterly mileage and expense reimbursements, and coordinate catering
Maintain and update important records and forms including electronic records, and an efficient and effective filing system
Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Personal behavior reflects an appropriate response to situations; demonstrates high personal integrity; complies with legal and ethical requirements of CMS; values different points of view; reflects appropriate professional and personal demeanor
Engages in two-way communication; communication reflects careful analysis and ability to listen
Exercises professional judgment in situations requiring problem-solving or decision making
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Comprehensive skills in Microsoft suite and Google products
Expertise in preparing spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, memo writing and correspondence
Knowledge of practices and procedures of generally accepted accounting principles
Highly skilled in business letter writing and basic report preparation
Knowledge of financial principles and practices
Skilled in techniques for organizing and collecting data
Highly skilled in office administration practices and procedures
Proficient in use of spreadsheets, power point, mail merges and relational databases Education and Experience Associate degree required
Five (5) years of experience in office administration and management of senior level executive scheduling required
Equivalent combination of education and experience Special Requirements Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
May be required to attend offsite and/or community events that may occur outside of normal business hours. Must provide own transportation for travel throughout the district
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Teacher Scale N
Minimum Educational Requirements Associate Degree
Term 12 Month
Additional Job Information Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Work requires the occasional exertion of up to twenty pounds of force
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress Job Attachment View Attachment In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.