Executive Assistant to General Secretary

The Salvation Army Southern California; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking an experienced administrative professional to support the General Secretary in Los Angeles. This role coordinates with the LA Metro Advisory Board and multiple committees, manages calendars, and helps plan signature events.

Responsibilities include handling correspondence, preparing letters and presentations, and ensuring confidential information is safeguarded. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in English/Business preferred or demonstrated equivalent.
• Superb organizational, composition and editing skills required.
• 5 years’ professional work experience at the equivalent level or higher.
• Strong computer and Internet research skills.
• Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalents; teleconferencing, dictation.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative support and act as primary liaison for the General Secretary.
• Serve as Board Liaison to the LA Metro Advisory Board; schedule meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes.
• Oversee project management of the Angel Tree and Red Kettle Campaigns for the SC Division, coordinating with stakeholders.
• Organize signature events including Sally Awards, the Homelessness Symposium and LA Metro Christmas Luncheon.
• Receive and distribute incoming mail and e-mail; evaluate correspondence for priority.
• Manage the General Secretary's calendar; draft letters and documents; compile information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Editing skills

Typing 50-60 WPM

Adobe Creative Suite

Excel / PowerPoint

Spanish language ability

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Associate degree in English/Business

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Teleconferencing

Dictation

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking an experienced administrative professional to support the General Secretary in Los Angeles. This role coordinates with the LA Metro Advisory Board and multiple committees, manages calendars, and helps plan signature events.

Responsibilities include handling correspondence, preparing letters and presentations, and ensuring confidential information is safeguarded. Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.