Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 53 schools serving 20,000 students in five cities: Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester. We are proud that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.

Duties and Responsibilities:

We are seeking a full-time Receptionist to work on site at Uncommon’s brand new central office in downtown Manhattan.

Office Management

• Provide front desk coverage, managing access and COVID protocols for staff, vendors and visitors
• Maintain the office space (e.g., restocking materials, manage reservation system for conference rooms)
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and furnishings (e.g., inventory, restocking, organization)
• Implement a mail and deliveries distribution process
• Complete projects and tasks pertaining to overall office operations, culture, communication and aesthetics

Financial management

• Plan and manage ordering for the office within budget guidelines
• Process invoices for office expenses

General Administration Duties

• General clerical duties as needed (e.g., scanning, mailing, etc.)
• Serve as the on-site customer service point of contact for Uncommon staff

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Displays upbeat and positive attitude, flexibility, and a sense of humor even in challenging situations
• Eager to learn and receive feedback
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks ongoing and meet tight deadlines
• Displays maturity and ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong work ethic and commitment to high standards of excellence
• Excellent computer skills - Microsoft Office Outlook and Excel a plus!
• 1-3 years of administrative office experience? Even better!

Uncommon Schools offers salaries commensurate with experience and a very generous benefits and vacation package. All staff members receive extensive professional development and are equipped with a laptop computer and all necessary supplies.

Uncommon Schools believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community through creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.