Administrative Assistant

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Pay Range: 17.00 to 22.00

Job Objective:

As the Administrative Assistant you will provide general office and project related support including assisting visitors, volunteers and staff, answering telephones, and general administration duties, ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Provides timely communication, feedback and follow-up to staff, leadership, clients, visitors and volunteers

• Manages and distributes incoming calls, mail, email, and faxes

• Prepares documents and letters to copy, distribute and file

• Maintains inventory of supplies, furnishings, equipment; ordering supplies as requested

• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Two years of office or administrative experience (preferred)

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm and CPR training within the first 30 days of employment.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.

• Maintain strict confidentiality

• Excellent organizational skills

Supervisory Responsibility: None

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity

• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds

• May require bending, squatting, walking.

• May require standing for extended periods.

Travel: None

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office and warehouse facility

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.