What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant position at Hampton Redevelopment and Housing Authority?
HRHA is accepting applications for 1 full time Office Assistant. Please go to our website at www.hamptonrha.com to complete and submit an application. Open until filled. EOE
This position serves the front desk in a very busy office. Ability to work under pressure while providing excellent customer service is required.
Assists Supervisor with daily activities; answers telephone; greets the public; responds to questions; assists customers; processes mail; maintains records and files; enters data.
· Performs receptionist and other office assistance tasks; answers multi-line telephone and connects caller to proper person.
· Assists all customers at the front office and provides any necessary paperwork or referrals to other agencies; reviews forms for accuracy and completeness.
· Maintains a variety of records and files; makes copies of correspondence, notices, records, etc.
· Collects data for records and reports; enters a variety of data into computer system.
· Accepts payments and issues receipts.
· Collects, sorts, and distributes mail.
· Maintains schedule for building’s conference rooms.
· Performs other duties as requested.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, software systems, office equipment, and office assistance/receptionist techniques; general knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school with a minimum of one year office assistance experience is required. An acceptable work history, more than 12 continuous months with past/current employers, is highly recommended/prioritized.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid appropriate driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and insurable under the vehicle insurance policy of the Authority may be required.
Pay: $16.35 - $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18