Office Operations Specialist

We are looking for a highly skilled Office Operations Specialist to join our Corporate Operations team. We are looking for a high-energy, solid performer who shares our passion for ensuring the success of our mission, vision and value. This individual should be dependable, experienced in a front facing role, having a strong work ethic driven by a sense of urgency, great organization skills, and ability to work in cross functional areas.
You will provide support to the manager of operations and handle the front desk reception of the organization. Responsibilities include administrative functions such as office operations assistance and clerical tasks that aid the daily business operations.
In This Role You Will:
• Operate the front desk reception, receive and welcome guests and visiting employees, manage office badging and security systems.
• Manage shipping and receiving including sorting and distributing mail.
• Assist with administrative tasks including the use of office technology to keep the office running smoothly.
• Place orders for office supplies and maintain office snacks inventory.
• Perform routine housekeeping within office suite including conference rooms, kitchen and common areas.
• Manage and maintain office floorplan.
• Provide general office notifications related to property management news and activities including communicating as needed relevant information to staff.
• Liaisons with building management in matters of facilities, security and emergency response
• Serve as a safety team member, assisting during emergency situations and evacuations while informing colleagues of evacuation routes and additional safety procedure.
• Help facilitate internal and external meetings including but not limited to material prep, catering food orders and coordinating onsite and offsite events.
• Accounting and finance support such as purchasing, billing, and reporting.
• Help with expense auditing/reporting system.
• Coordinate with Human Resources regarding candidate interview travel logistics and onboarding new employees.
• Assist in planning and organizing conferences, events, and employee engagement activities.
• Assist with executive calendars, travel and expenses when needed.
• Projects and other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies for Success:
• Passionate about Discovery Education's vision to transform teaching and learning.
• Excellent written and oral communication as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Solution-oriented team player with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Driven self-starter with the ability to do what needs to be done without being micromanaged.
• Ability to manage/prioritize multiple tasks.
• Demonstrate a problem solving/solution-oriented approach.
• Legal right to work in the United States.
Credentials and Experience:
• Experience in education or ed-tech industry a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in office management or an administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in Adobe a plus.
• Experience in Concur or other similar expense and reporting tools a plus.
• Legal right to work in the United States
This role is designed to be hybrid 4 days a week in Charlotte, NC.
The hiring range for this position is between $26.18-$29.09 hourly, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, this position is eligible for an Annual bonus.


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At Discovery Education, we are fulfilling our mission of preparing learners for tomorrow by creating innovative classrooms connected to today's world.
Serving more than 4.5 million educators and 45 million students, available in approximately half of U.S. classrooms and primary schools in the UK, and more than 140 countries around the globe; we are on a journey to transform teaching and learning though innovative partnerships with school districts, states, ministries of education, and other like-minded organizations.
We have built an award-winning and highly reputable organization because of talented and driven people who work together to accelerate student achievement by tapping into students' natural curiosity and desire to learn by capturing their minds and imagination through the fascination of Discovery.
Why Join Discovery Education?
Discovery Education believes empowering each team member is vital to cultivating high performing, highly engaged teams. Being a part of our team means we partner together to achieve mutual goals. To this end, Discovery Education offers a robust and comprehensive insurance package. You can find a complete listing on our Career Page.
Along with traditional insurance offerings, our inclusive offerings center around:

• Career Development Ownership - Be the driver of your success!
• Continuing Education AND Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Mentorship program and collaboration with veteran leaders
• Constant opportunities for cross-functional training and skill building
• Uncapped career growth
Team Member Wellness – When you feel great, you do great work!

• Leave for life’s moments including 7 recognized holidays
• Take PTO without the vacation guilt
• Up to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Winter Holiday Break (typically the last week of December)
This opportunity is perfect for people interested in joining a high-performing, collaborative team, who enjoy a dynamic industry, and are excited about high-impact, project-based work.
Inspired? We would love the opportunity to review your candidacy! Select the blue “Apply Now” button at the bottom left of the screen to begin your application.
Discovery Education is an equal opportunity employer. Discovery Education is committed to being an employer of choice, not just a good place to work, but a great and inclusive place to work. To that end, we strive to recruit and maintain a workforce that meaningfully represents the communities we serve. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, protected veteran status or disabled status, or genetic information.