Office Assistant- Part-time

Overview

• The Office Assistant provides general administration aid to the Corps Officers and helps to ensure that the everyday business of the Corps runs smoothly.  The Office Assistant will also assist with other administrative needs such as ensure income is counted and properly documented, aid as needed in the Social Service ministries, and makes sure all paperwork is processed properly.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interview clients that are seeking financial assistance
• Provide support to the officer with clerical and administrative duties
• Maintain statistical records and any reports for all activity conducted.  Help prepare monthly reports to submit to DHQ.
• Help find, apply, and/or secure funding for both specific programs and general operations.
• Help with all seasonal fundraising efforts – counting funds and ordering supplies including (but not limited to) Christmas Kettles, etc.
• Help with seasonal social service programs as needed – including but not limited to Project Bundle Up, Thanksgiving Dinner, Treasures for Children, Sheetz family Christmas. 
• Operate common office equipment
• Answer telephone & take messages
• Responsible for all social aspects of the office.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to operate office equipment
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• All three PA Clearances required upon employment and thereafter upon renewal date: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, Request for Criminal Record, and Fingerprint based federal criminal history.
• PA Mandated and Permissive Reporting and The Salvation Army’s KeepSAfe training required.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in office administration related areas.

Salary : $12 - $14