Strategic Executive Assistant to the General Secretary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory seeks a capable administrative professional to support the General Secretary in Los Angeles area operations. You will coordinate board activities, manage calendars, prepare communications, and assist with special events.

You will also handle travel arrangements, provide top-tier clerical support, and help produce presentations using PowerPoint and Excel, while maintaining confidential information and delivering timely reports.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (preferred).
• Proven typing speed 50–60 WPM.
• 5 years of professional administrative work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily administrative support and act as primary communication liaison for the General Secretary.
• Serve as Board Liaison to LA Metro Advisory Board, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining records.
• Oversee project management of Angel Tree and Red Kettle Campaigns for the SC Division, including logistics and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Editing skills

Typing 50-60 WPM

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer skills

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Research skills

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory seeks a capable administrative professional to support the General Secretary in Los Angeles area operations. You will coordinate board activities, manage calendars, prepare communications, and assist with special events.

You will also handle travel arrangements, provide top-tier clerical support, and help produce presentations using PowerPoint and Excel, while maintaining confidential information and delivering timely reports.