Administrative Assistant

Volunteers of America; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Volunteers of America Southeast, Inc in Valdosta, GA is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide clerical and administrative support to the Program Manager. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of responsible clerical experience, with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

You will perform data entry, maintain extensive filing systems, assist in preparing reports, manage the program database, and handle telephone communications professionally

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus at least 1 year of responsible clerical experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the Program Manager.
• Input training data and documents into storage system.
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system.
• Assist in preparing routine and special reports.
• Assist in management of agency database and compiling reports.
• Handle telephone communications professionally and route information to appropriate staff.

Skills

Typing 70 wpm

Word processing

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Some people can’t imagine doing what we do. We can’t imagine not doing it.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities, you have come to the right place. At VOA Southeast, we believe in the power of dedicated individuals who share our mission of providing exceptional care and support to those in need. As a leading organization in the field of behavioral health services, we offer a wide range of rewarding career opportunities across Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career journey, we invite you to explore the possibilities and join our team of compassionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to making a difference. Together, we can create a brighter future for those we serve.

Volunteers of America Southeast is a growing organization serving Alabama,Mississippi, and Georgia. We are always seeking talented, highly motivated candidates to join our staff. We offer benefit packages, including retirement, to ouremployees.

Volunteers of America Southeast, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.

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Position: Administrative Assistant Location: Valdosta, GA Job Id:9911 # of Openings:1 Position: Administrative Assistant Reports to: Program Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Function: To provide clerical and administrative support as assigned by the Program Manager. Know How: The position requires a high school diploma/GED and one (1) year of responsibleclerical skills. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task are required. The position requires the ability to work without direct supervision, the ability to type 70 wpm, good word processing and computer skills, good communication and writing skills, management of agency databases and knowledge of general office procedures.

Principal Activities:

• Performs simple and complex clerical duties including word processing, typing, filing and other administrative support functions.
• Responsible for inputting training data and documents into storage system.
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system.
• Assists in preparing routine and special reports.
• Assists in management of agency database.
• Assists in maintaining data for the Program Manager and compiling reports.
• Manages communications and correspondence for the Program Manager.
• Provides administrative assistance/support to the Program Manager.
• Answers telephone in a professional manner, provides or directs
  information to appropriate staff.

Effect on End Result:

• To provide administrative support resulting in an efficient operation of all program areas.
• To maintain complete and accurate records.
• To maintain a positive image for the organization.

Language skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribe style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors.

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