Part-Time Office Associate

Home & Community Options, Inc.; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Health/wellness stipends

Job summary

Home & Community Options, Inc. is seeking a part-time administrative assistant to be the primary contact for incoming calls and general correspondence, while maintaining welcoming in-office presence.

The role supports daily operations, including inventory control, mail handling, and meeting preparation. The position emphasizes accurate record-keeping with basic bookkeeping tasks, spreadsheet management, and strong communication with clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in basic office and bookkeeping skills including telephone/reception work, word processing, spread sheet management, data entry, and using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Individual must be able to effectively reconcile ledgers with proficient work on a calculator.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills including telephone correspondence and direct interactions with service recipients and others.
• Must pass a background study.

Responsibilities

• Have a full range of communication abilities (hearing, verbal, and vision).
• Read and write printed material related to the job.
• Use a computer and develop written correspondence efficiently.
• Physical abilities to navigate the site and assist with order pulling: lifting (35 lbs. max.), bending, twisting, ambulating up and down stairs, and maintaining balance on a variety of surfaces.

Skills

Reception/telephone

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Basic bookkeeping

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

• Hours: Thursday 8:30am-5pm and Friday 8:30am-3pm

Position Overview:

This administrative role acts as the primary point of contact for incoming calls and general correspondence while offering a welcoming presence for colleagues, visitors, and all other stakeholders entering HCO’s offices. Additionally, the position maintains daily office operations by managing inventory and files, handling mail, supporting financial expenditure reviews, and assisting with meeting preparations.

Why Apply?

• Part-time position with consistent hours; no nights or weekends
• Earn PTO at a competitive rate
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in basic office and bookkeeping skills including telephone/reception work, word processing, spread sheet management, data entry, and using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Individual must be able to effectively reconcile ledgers with proficient work on a calculator.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills including telephone correspondence and direct interactions with service recipients and others.
• Must pass a background study.

Essential Job Functions:

• Have a full range of communication abilities (hearing, verbal, and vision).
• Read and write printed material related to the job.
• Use a computer and develop written correspondence efficiently.
• Physical abilities to navigate the site and assist with order pulling: lifting (35 lbs. max.), bending, twisting, ambulating up and down stairs, and maintaining balance on a variety of surfaces.

Join us in our mission to support individuals with developmental disabilities and help us continue to make a positive impact in our community!

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-Time Employees:earn level-based wage increases, opportunities for PTO accrual, 401k, and more!

No experience necessary: we’ll teach you everything you need to know on the job

Perks:referral bonuses, health/wellness stipends, and more