Administrative Assistant

Jewish Family Service of San Diego; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) contributions

Employer‑covered life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness days

Job summary

Jewish Family Service of San Diego is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Desert Programs team in Palm Springs. You will greet clients, manage data entry, and support multiple housing-related programs while collaborating with office staff.

The role emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and discreet handling of confidential information in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, California driver’s license with reliable transportation, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid CA driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Experience in customer service is preferred.
• Proficient with Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Check guests in and out in a welcoming manner.
• Answer and route phone calls and emails.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment.
• Receive and sort mail.
• Greet and direct vendors/deliveries.
• Assist in data entry and audit preparation.
• Draft documents and letters as needed.
• Assist with program outreach and filing.
• Process receipts and reimbursements in Papersave.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and discretion.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Multitasking

Work Ethic

HIPAA Confidentiality

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Position Overview

JFS is looking for a compassionate, mission-driven individual to join the Desert team as an Administrative Assistant. In this role, you have the opportunity to use your organizational skills and office experience to make a meaningful difference in your community and help change lives across Riverside and San Bernardino County. The Administrative Assistant plays an integral role on the team and supports the entire agency by assisting in data entry, greeting clients and visitors, audit preparation and maintenance of program documents. This position reports directly to the Director of Supportive Housing Programs and works closely with the Office Manager and the rest of the housing team.

Responsibilities

• Properly check guests/clients in and out in a welcoming manner
• Proficiently answer/reroute phone calls and emails as appropriate
• Maintain a clean and organized environment
• Receive and sort mail
• Greet and direct vendors/deliveries
• Assist other programs as needed and as time allows
• Interact effectively and courteously with all levels of management and staff
• Perform other similar duties and projects as assigned and requested
• Process receipts for monthly expenses into Papersave system
• Process reimbursement requests for various contracts
• Assist in regular file audits
• Assist as needed with outreach services for walk-in clients
• Assist in drafting documents and letters as needed
• Assist in regular mailing of program documents as needed
• Assist in food distribution

Skills/Experience/Abilities That Are a Must-Have

• Must have a valid CA driver's license, insurance, a reliable personal vehicle, and a willingness to travel off-site
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
• High School Diploma or GED
• Intermediate computer knowledge using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Previous Customer Service Experience
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Must be dependable, reliable, responsible, and have a strong work ethic
• Must be able to handle multiple phone calls, be able to multi‑task and prioritize duties
• Work cohesively with others in a fast‑paced environment
• Must be comfortable enforcing the agencies policies and procedures
• Is accountable for the responsibilities of the position accepts constructive criticism in a positive manner
• Ability to work independently, sometimes with limited supervision
• Reliable transportation to arrive at work on‑time
• Ability to maintain HIPAA compliant confidentiality and discretion with regard to sensitive personal information of organization, guest, and clients
• Treat others with respect; show sensitivity to and respect for cultural differences; support diverse workforce and help ensure a workplace and community free from unlawful discrimination and harassment

Skills/Abilities We’d Like You to Have

• At least 1 year of professional experience in an administrative role, ideally in a rapidly evolving institution

Physical Requirements

• Sit, talk, and listen
• Stand, walk and use hands and arms to use a keyboard, handle papers, and reach for the phone
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Title

Administrative Assistant

Organization

Jewish Family Service of San Diego

Department

Desert Programs

Position Type

Full‑Time (37.5+ hours/week), Non‑Exempt

Work Setting

Onsite

Reports To

Director of Supportive Housing Programs

Pay Range

$21.72/hour

Total Compensation

In addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes:

• Comprehensive, low‑cost healthcare coverage for employees
• Generous employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer‑covered life insurance

Time Away from Work

Being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. Time off benefits for this position include:

• Paid vacation time and sick leave
• 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays
• 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees’ mental wellness

About Jewish Family Service of San Diego

Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client‑centered, impact‑driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life‑changing, and often life‑saving. At Jewish Family Service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our Agency. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is your success. Come work at JFS and be our partner in Moving Forward Together. To learn more about JFS, please visit jfssd.org.

*Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.