Legacy Foundation Corporation · Connect Community Access

Pre-Apprentice Administrative Assistant

Part-Time · Approx. 20 hrs/week · 3–4 Month Federal Pre-Apprenticeship

Riverside, CA (Hybrid) Part-Time, Non-Exempt $18.00–$25.00 / hour

Position Summary

Legacy Foundation Corporation, a subsidiary of Connect Community Access, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pre-Apprentice Administrative Assistant to support daily administrative and operational activities while participating in the organization's workforce development initiative.

This position is part of Legacy Foundation Corporation's Federal Pre-Apprenticeship Program, designed to prepare individuals for potential enrollment into the organization's U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program.

The Pre-Apprenticeship provides structured work experience, coaching, mentoring, and competency-based skill development over approximately three to four months. Through this guided workforce development pathway, participants have the opportunity to build foundational administrative competencies while both the participant and the organization assess long-term career fit. Participants who successfully demonstrate the required competencies, performance expectations, and organizational fit may be considered for a full-time Administrative Assistant position and subsequent enrollment into the organization's U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program, subject to organizational needs, funding availability, and program eligibility.

Compensation

Legacy Foundation Corporation, a subsidiary of Connect Community Access, reasonably expects to pay between $18.00 and $25.00 per hour for this position. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Under the guidance of supervisors and mentors, the Pre-Apprentice Administrative Assistant will:

Provide administrative support to assigned departments.
Prepare letters, reports, meeting agendas, correspondence, and presentations.
Maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
Schedule meetings and maintain calendars.
Answer and direct telephone calls and respond to email inquiries professionally.
Greet visitors and provide excellent customer service.
Enter and maintain accurate organizational data.
Assist with document preparation and records management.
Coordinate office supplies and support day-to-day office operations.
Support project coordination and administrative activities.
Assist with special projects and community initiatives.
Follow established office procedures and organizational policies.
Maintain confidentiality of organizational and participant information.
Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Learn

As a participant in the Pre-Apprenticeship Program, the employee will develop competencies in:

Professional workplace communication
Business ethics and workplace compliance
Microsoft Office and digital literacy
Office technology and administrative systems
Office procedures and workflow management
Customer service
Professional document preparation
Workplace professionalism, accountability, and career readiness

These learning objectives align with Legacy Foundation Corporation's Administrative Assistant competency framework and related instruction curriculum.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Ability to communicate professionally verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Strong organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to learn new technology.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Excellent customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or experience in business, administration, customer service, or office support.
Experience using Microsoft Office 365 or Google Workspace.
Experience working in a nonprofit or community-based organization is preferred but not required.
Bilingual skills are a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Prioritize multiple assignments.
Maintain accurate records.
Exercise discretion with confidential information.
Demonstrate professionalism and accountability.
Adapt to changing priorities.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Learn new office systems and procedures.

Phyical Requirements

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
Ability to attend meetings and training sessions

Career Pathway

This position serves as the entry point into Legacy Foundation Corporation's Federal Pre-Apprenticeship Program and provides participants with a guided workforce development pathway designed to prepare them for potential transition into the U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program.

Participants who successfully complete the pre-apprenticeship evaluation period and demonstrate the required competencies may be considered for:

Administrative Assistant (Full-Time)

Succesful candidates will be offered enrollment into the organizations U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Program

Selection for full-time employment and apprenticeship enrollment is based on organizational needs, performance, funding availability, and successful completion of all program requirements.

Participation in the Pre-Apprenticeship Program does not guarantee employment or enrollment in the Registered Apprenticeship Program.

Our Workforce Development Commitment

Connect Community Access and its subsidiaries are committed to investing in people through structured career pathways that combine paid employment, coaching, mentoring, competency-based learning, and professional development. Whether entering through a Federal Pre-Apprenticeship or directly into a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship, participants receive meaningful work experience designed to build the skills and knowledge needed for long-term career success.

Why Join Legacy Foundation Corporation?

Legacy Foundation Corporation, a subsidiary of Connect Community Access, is committed to developing the next generation of professionals through workforce development, mentorship, and career pathways.

Our Pre-Apprenticeship Program is designed as a guided workforce development pathway that combines meaningful work experience, coaching, mentoring, and competency-based learning to prepare participants for long-term career success.

Our Federal Pre-Apprenticeship Program provides participants with:

Paid, hands-on work experience
One-on-one coaching and mentoring
Competency-based training
Professional development opportunities
Exposure to nonprofit operations and community impact
A potential pathway to full-time employment and a nationally recognized U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship credential

Equal Employment Opportunity
Legacy Foundation Corporation, a subsidiary of Connect Community Access, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and recruiting qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.