Job: Administrative Assistant - Part Time

Jobing Description

Interested in making a difference in young adults lives? If so we may have the perfect job for you.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth between the ages 16 through 24 improve the quality of their lives through academic and career technical training. Additional information about Job Corps can be found at: www.jobcorps.org. Job Corps' mission is to attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent, and place them in meaningful jobs or further education. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment.

Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone s life by applying at www.careersystems.com.

HOURS: Monday - Friday 1:00pm 5:00pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs complex administrative tasks using a personal computer. Coordinates office services and administrative activities for Job Corps center; interprets operating policies and Core Values; exercises independent judgment in the resolution of administrative problems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Type business letters, memorandums, reports, charts, etc.

2. Independently prepares recurring reports for review and signature.

3. Maintains a safe environment for all computer equipment, data files, supplies, etc.

4. Attends meetings and conferences to furnish information and take notes.

5. Schedules appointments and maintains the Director's calendar.

6. Assists the Department Director with preparations and arrangements for special events.

7. Establishes and maintains confidential files and records.

8. Proofreads and corrects grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.

9. Answers telephones and directs calls to appropriate person. May handle routine calls if informative on subject.

10. Operates office machines and instructs others in the operation of same.

11. Assists in the training of new clerical personnel.

12. Attends in-service training sessions.

13. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum: Must have a High School diploma with a least three years practical experience. Model company Core Values.

Preferred: Possess a two-year business college degree

Knowledge Required: Ability to perform administrative duties without immediate and constant supervision. Ability to type accurately at a fast speed. Proficient in the use of a personal computer; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Thorough knowledge of office procedures. Good organizational skills, ability to deal effectively with the public and government officials. Sound business telephone techniques. Ability to proofread and correct grammatical, punctuation and spelling errors.

CSD is a leader in workforce development operating Job Corps centers throughout the U.S. since 1964 and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, child-birth, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.