Administrative Assistant (Full-time)
Position summary: Provides diverse administrative support for Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo in an independent setting and in conjunction with other administrative staff. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering the operator phone line and directing those calls to staff, greeting and directing guests, filing, copying, word processing, data entry, and scheduling. May also provide assistance on various projects, marketing-related tasks (including updates to website), and other routine tasks.
Position qualifications:
High School degree with prior experience in an office setting. Prior not-for-profit experience desired. Must be skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook. Experience with various e-communication tools, e.g. website, e-newsletter, etc. desired.
- Exceptional organizational ability with the capacity to multi-task with frequent disruptions and the ability to work independently with limited supervision. Must be detail-oriented.
- Excellent communication skills required, including oral and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to function as a member of a team and interact with various stakeholders.
- Excellent command of the English language including speaking, writing, grammar, spelling, etc.
- Mature judgment, integrity and reliability and the ability to manage shifting demands and priorities in a calm, effective manner.
- Ability to take initiative to complete tasks independently and/or to seek direction or clarification when needed.
- Ability to read, comprehend and transmit written or verbal detailed and complex instructions in order to plan and perform job responsibilities according to deadlines and other requirements.
- Understands and embraces diversity and inclusiveness in thought, word and actions. Exemplifies these values.
Please apply with a cover letter and resume.