Waterford Public Schools  has an immediate vacancy for a team-oriented individual. The Executive Administrative Assistant to the Director of Human Resources is a non-bargaining unit, 12 month position. This position is a critical member of the Human Resources Office and responsible for supporting a fast-paced Human Resources office. In this role, you must have the ability to provide high-level administrative support of a complex and sensitive nature. The successful candidate will have excellent judgement, the ability to juggle competing priorities, remain accurate, and possess above average technology and organizational skills.  

This role provides direct support with daily HR responsibilities and also assists with the coordination of HR functions.  FMLA experience is beneficial but is not required.  Must be able to accurately develop and proof-read communications, such as staff handbooks, orientation and recruitment materials, newsletters and general reports and correspondence.   The Executive Administrative Assistant coordinates wellness events and also assists with recruitment fairs. 

Waterford Public Schools serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PK-12. Our district is actively seeking to recruit qualified applicants from a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so as to promote a diverse applicant pool for administrative, faculty, and staff positions to better serve our students’ multiple identities and to bring a broader range of experiences into our district to continue to enhance the teaching and learning for ALL.  Waterford’s Mission and Strategic Plan guide us as we take action to engage all voices to examine practices, imagine possibilities and create an equitable, diverse community with “Excellence in Every School. Inspiring Every Child.”

 
The District’s facilities include three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school.  The Waterford community strongly supports the public schools and has high expectations for staff and students.   According to the State of Connecticut Next Generation Performance Accountability System, Waterford Public Schools ranks in the top third of K-12 school districts in the state.  The Waterford Board of Education is a nine-member elected body.