The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Secretary II for the Tyler Corps, located in Tyler, Texas.
Provides administrative support to all operations of the Corps; performs a variety of clerical and secretarial work necessary for the smooth operation of the office; performs dictation, typing, and filing as a majority of the responsibilities; processes a variety of routine paperwork necessary for office operations; answers the telephone and provides general information regarding the office operations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records and ability to perform the same. Knowledge or general office practices and principles. Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain sensitive to their concerns. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public and community agencies. Ability to prepare accurate and complete records, reports and statistics. Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.
High school diploma or G.E.D. required with completion of general business and/or office skills courses from a technical or vocational school preferred, And Three years progressively responsible experience performing secretarial work in a general office Or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications: Valid State Drivers License
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically. Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, computer and adding machine. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently. Working Conditions: Work is usually performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.
Additional Comments:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
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The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
