Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant – Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM

$17.00/hour Starting Pay | $1,000 Sign-On Bonus | Weekdays Only

Location: Aurora Plains Academy, Plankinton, South Dakota
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Department: Administration

Looking for a Stable Weekday Job Where Your Skills Matter?

Are you organized, dependable, and comfortable juggling a variety of responsibilities? Join Aurora Plains Academy as an Administrative Assistant and play an important role in keeping our organization running smoothly.

This is an opportunity to use your communication, computer, and organizational skills in a position that combines office administration, financial recordkeeping, inventory management, and support for our leadership and staff.

Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule while making a meaningful contribution to an organization that supports youth.

⭐ Why Join Aurora Plains Academy?

• Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour.
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus: Available to eligible new employees, subject to applicable terms.
• Monday–Friday Schedule: Work 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.
• Predictable Hours: Enjoy evenings and weekends outside your regular work schedule.
• Meaningful Work: Support the team and operations of an organization serving youth.
• Variety: Take on a mix of administrative, financial, organizational, and staff-support responsibilities.

What You'll Do

As our Administrative Assistant, you'll help keep daily operations organized, accurate, and running efficiently.

Office & Administrative Support

• Provide administrative support to leadership and departments.
• Assist with front-office and receptionist coverage, including answering phones and interacting professionally with visitors.
• Maintain files, distribute information, and assist with meetings and special projects.
• Prepare, organize, and distribute documents and updated policies.

Financial & Recordkeeping Responsibilities

• Assist with credit card reconciliations and related documentation.
• Maintain petty cash records and help ensure transactions are documented accurately.
• Organize records and paperwork with attention to detail and confidentiality.

Supplies & Inventory

• Monitor office and facility supply inventory.
• Place orders and help ensure necessary supplies are available.
• Receive, organize, and distribute supplies to staff and departments.

HR & Staff Support

• Assist with applicant information and HR system entry.
• Maintain confidential personnel files and other employment records.
• Help track attendance, certifications, licenses, and required documentation.
• Assist with performance review coordination and other HR duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is dependable, organized, professional, and comfortable working with both people and paperwork.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Comfortable learning and using computer systems and office software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Reliable attendance and a professional, service-oriented attitude.

Previous administrative, bookkeeping, office support, or inventory experience is helpful, but any preferred experience should not discourage otherwise qualified applicants from applying.

Schedule & Location

• Full-time administrative position.
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.
• In-person work in Plankinton, South Dakota.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're looking for a dependable weekday schedule, a variety of responsibilities, and an opportunity to support meaningful work, we'd like to hear from you!

Apply today through Indeed.

Learn more about Aurora Plains Academy and our career opportunities at https://auroraplains.com/careers/

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person