The Salvation Army USA Western Territory

Full-time Divisional Headquarters Office Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory  •  Syracuse, NY (Onsite)  •  6 hours ago
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Job Description

Overview

We're seeking a full-time administrative professional for our Divisional Headquarters

Our Full-Time opportunities offer:

  • Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time, and sick time
  • Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
  • Comprehensive Health Care Coverage with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles
  • Company Paid Basic Term Life Insurance for Employee
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
  • Christmas Bonus

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The General Office Assistant acts as the first contact for anyone that calls/enters DHQ. They will receive visitors, vendors, phone calls and direct them to the proper department. In addition, this position will assist in office functions including, but not limited to mail room operations, administrative functions within various departments and assist with special events and the operations of DHQ.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Will work directly with volunteers and clients
  • Maintain, organize, and compile data from Excel
  • Manage statistical data
  • Greet visitors to DHQ and direct them accordingly.
  • Answer telephones and respond to caller inquiries/re-direct callers.
  • Sort, screen and distribute incoming/outgoing mail, including processing of weekly all-Corps mail.
  • Receive incoming packages and distribute accordingly.
  • Prepare and process outgoing UPS express shipments as requested.
  • Provide assistance to the Service Extension Director and Regional Services Coordinator including processing Service Unit Reimbursements.
  • Assist with special event preparation and coordination (New Officer Orientation, Retired Officer Luncheon etc.)
  • Perform general administrative duties as assigned.
  • Work closely with Executive Administrator and Facilities Director to maintain operations Within DHQ.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Qualifications

  • Have prior experience working in an office setting
  • Have the ability to multitask
  • Have the ability to learn internal computer programs
  • Have the ability to communicate clearly in writing and over the phone
  • Have the ability to take initiative and work independently
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Computer proficiency
  • Attention to detail
  • Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel programs

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory

About The Salvation Army USA Western Territory

We fight with love.

The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Every program we offer is rooted in our passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.

Material and spiritual support is our standard - social services delivered with compassion is our model - anyone in need is our prerequisite. Eighty-two cents of every dollar we raise supports our various programs. We are a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and contributions are deductible for Federal Income Tax Purposes to the extent permitted under Section 170(b)(2) for corporations.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Rancho Palos Verdes, California
Year Founded
Unknown
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