About the role
Job type: Full time
Resume required: Yes
Posted date: 2025-07-04
Full job description:
First for a reason:
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
Job Description Summary
Performs routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing/maintaining paper and electronic files, coding and processing of department invoices, providing information to callers, and handling calendar of the General Counsel and updating various reports
Major Responsibilities
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Assist in other processes such as reconciliation, expense report preparation, invoicing, annual budget development/compilation, etc.
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Answers telephones and gives information to callers, takes messages, or transfers calls to the appropriate individuals.
-
Sets up and maintains paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other materials.
-
Opens, reads, routes, and distributes incoming mail and other materials. Prepares answers to routine letters.
-
Completes and routes forms in accordance with company procedures.
-
Arranges conferences, meetings, and travel reservations for office personnel. Coordinates conferences and meetings.
-
Administers department programs, projects, and/or processes.
-
Orders and dispenses supplies.
-
Makes copies of correspondence and other printed material.
-
Supports recruiting efforts by posting positions internally and externally. Coordinates interview schedules and travel arrangements for executive candidates.
Minimum Education or Certifications Required
-
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
-
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
Minimum Experience or Skills Required
- Less than 2 years experience.
- Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to utilize office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems; able to use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications.
- Professional demeanor and confidence to work in an advanced corporate setting.
Apply today to join our team!
We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.
About First Student
As the leading pupil transportation solutions provider for school districts in North America, First Student provides the best start and finish to every school day. Our teams complete five and a half million student journeys each day, moving more students than all U.S. airlines combined. We operate more than 44,500 vehicles in 41 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces/territories.
What makes First Student the right choice for your school district's needs?
Our partnerships: We believe great transportation is always the result of close, trusted partnerships with the school districts we serve. Understanding that needs change sometimes throughout the school year, our goal is to remain responsive to your district's needs. We work closely with school districts to ensure the transportation solutions we provide represent a collective, forward-thinking response to the needs of your district and community.
Our engagement: We believe education offers a child – and their family – the foundation needed to lead a productive and successful life. We support education by making sure children have a safe and reliable way to get to and from school each day. Students start and end their school days with us, and we recognize the opportunity we have to impact each student’s day in a positive manner.
Our people: Our people are our advantage. With a team of highly-trained drivers and the industry’s strongest safety record, we’re able to leverage the best practices, technologies and processes needed to deliver quality, consistent service.
Visit http://www.firststudentinc.com for more information about how First Student is Caring for students, today, tomorrow, together.®
About the role
Job type: Full time
Resume required: Yes
Posted date: 2025-07-04
Full job description:
First for a reason:
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
Job Description Summary
Performs routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing/maintaining paper and electronic files, coding and processing of department invoices, providing information to callers, and handling calendar of the General Counsel and updating various reports
Major Responsibilities
-
Assist in other processes such as reconciliation, expense report preparation, invoicing, annual budget development/compilation, etc.
-
Answers telephones and gives information to callers, takes messages, or transfers calls to the appropriate individuals.
-
Sets up and maintains paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other materials.
-
Opens, reads, routes, and distributes incoming mail and other materials. Prepares answers to routine letters.
-
Completes and routes forms in accordance with company procedures.
-
Arranges conferences, meetings, and travel reservations for office personnel. Coordinates conferences and meetings.
-
Administers department programs, projects, and/or processes.
-
Orders and dispenses supplies.
-
Makes copies of correspondence and other printed material.
-
Supports recruiting efforts by posting positions internally and externally. Coordinates interview schedules and travel arrangements for executive candidates.
Minimum Education or Certifications Required
-
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
-
Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
Minimum Experience or Skills Required
- Less than 2 years experience.
- Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to utilize office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems; able to use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications.
- Professional demeanor and confidence to work in an advanced corporate setting.
Apply today to join our team!
We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We encourage applications from women, persons with a disability, Indigenous peoples and members of a visible minority. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all. First is committed to providing reasonable accommodation at all stages of the hiring process and encourage all applicants who may require such accommodation to let us know.
About First Student
As the leading pupil transportation solutions provider for school districts in North America, First Student provides the best start and finish to every school day. Our teams complete five and a half million student journeys each day, moving more students than all U.S. airlines combined. We operate more than 44,500 vehicles in 41 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces/territories.
What makes First Student the right choice for your school district's needs?
Our partnerships: We believe great transportation is always the result of close, trusted partnerships with the school districts we serve. Understanding that needs change sometimes throughout the school year, our goal is to remain responsive to your district's needs. We work closely with school districts to ensure the transportation solutions we provide represent a collective, forward-thinking response to the needs of your district and community.
Our engagement: We believe education offers a child – and their family – the foundation needed to lead a productive and successful life. We support education by making sure children have a safe and reliable way to get to and from school each day. Students start and end their school days with us, and we recognize the opportunity we have to impact each student’s day in a positive manner.
Our people: Our people are our advantage. With a team of highly-trained drivers and the industry’s strongest safety record, we’re able to leverage the best practices, technologies and processes needed to deliver quality, consistent service.
Visit http://www.firststudentinc.com for more information about how First Student is Caring for students, today, tomorrow, together.®