• Administrative Assistant

    Milton Hershey School (Hershey, PA)


    Administrative Assistant - ( 25000157 )

    Description

    Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s premier pre-K through 12th grade private schools, dedicated to providing a career-focused cost-free education and housing to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Founded in 1909 through the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, MHS is fully endowed, ensuring students have the resources they need to thrive. The school has empowered over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and currently serves approximately 2,200 students—with ongoing expansion efforts to provide amazing opportunities to even more young learners.

     

    MHS is seeking an **Administrative Assistant** to support its exceptional Alumni Relations Program. This role assists and serves as a liaison between the director of alumni relations and internal and external constituencies. Additionally, the administrative assistant coordinates schedules, creates and revises documents including presentations and reports, and assists with special projects and events.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Coordination of schedules and meetings.

    + Budget management support and financial plan tracking.

    + Prepare reports and manage alumni databases.

    + Assist in executing alumni events both on and off campus.

    + Serve as a liaison to Milton Hershey School Alumni Association.

    Position Details

    + **Location:** On-site in Hershey, PA

    + **Compensation:** $25.50-$34.00 (based on experience) excellent benefits package

    Qualifications

    + **Education:** Associate’s degree preferred; MHS alumni preferred.

    + **Experience:** Minimum of 3 years in a similar role (e.g., alumni relations, communications, administrative assistant).

    + **Relationship Building:** Proven ability to foster strong, productive relationships with others, including multi-generations.

    + **Problem-Solving:** Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively overcome challenges.

    + **Accountability:** Strong commitment to achieving program goals and contributing to student success.

    + **Tech Proficiency:** Skilled in Microsoft applications and database utilization.

    + **Integrity & Passion:** High ethical standards and an eagerness to proactively engage with students.

    **Schedule** : Full-time

     

    Job Type** **: Standard

    Job Posting** **: Jul 17, 2025

    **Req ID:** 25000157

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

     

    Milton Hershey School does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.