Administrative Assistant, Housing Programs & Office Support

St. Louis Housing Authority; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid CLE and Bar Dues

Paid Time Off

401(a) employer contribution

Job summary

St. Louis Housing Authority seeks an organized Administrative Assistant to support the Housing Choice Voucher Department. The role handles front desk duties, routes calls, assists visitors, and conveys SLHA policies with professionalism and punctuality.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma and 2+ years of admin experience are required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; education or training.
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years' experience in an administrative support role.
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Considerable knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Knowledge and proficiency with Adobe-Acrobat and Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel and a willingness and ability to learn new software and computer-based programs.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple assignments, prioritizing activities appropriately and meeting deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers and persons in and outside the Authority.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with situations that require tact and diplomacy, yet firmness.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Knowledge of business grammar, math, spelling and good vocabulary and skill in applying these to the business setting.
• Knowledge of property management software (e.g., Yardi) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Skills

Front Desk

Communication

Administrative Support

Data Entry

Calendar Management

Team Coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Yardi (plus)

Job description

St. Louis Housing Authority seeks an organized Administrative Assistant to support the Housing Choice Voucher Department. The role handles front desk duties, routes calls, assists visitors, and conveys SLHA policies with professionalism and punctuality.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma and 2+ years of admin experience are required.