Administrative Assistant - Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corp

Position: Administrative Assistant - The Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corp, Full time

Administrative Assistant - The Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corp, Full time

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Department: Hilo Corps

Position Title: Administrative Assistant

Reports to: Program Director

FLSA Status: Non
- Exempt

Date: February 2024

General Statement

The Salvation Army (TSA) is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual regeneration of all people.

Mission Statement

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 love for God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an administrative assistant that provides administrative support to the unit leadership team and case management team. This position is the first point of contact for administrative needs for the day-to-day operations of the Hilo Corps Shelter/Tiny Homes. This position will liaise and maintain strong, effective communication with clients and internal and external members with various organizations/funding sources/stakeholders.

Duties

And Responsibilities

• Able to maintain workflow of the shelter by processing invoices/reporting procedures to keep data on Well Sky and HMIS, as needed and appropriate.
• Coordinating and preparing data reports.
• Maintaining hardcopy/softcopy filing for Shelter/Tiny Homes.
• Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence.
• Prepare/modify documents related to shelter.
• Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, answering phone calls, maintaining records, managing database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.
• Complete required trainings:
  The Salvation Army Driver Training, Protecting the Mission Training, Pathway of Hope Training, HIPAA Compliance Training, HMIS and Well Sky databases.

Qualification And Education Requirements

• Required:
  
  A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong PC skills (Microsoft Suite)
• Strong database skills (Well Sky and HMIS)
• Detail oriented and quick to respond
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Able to prioritize workflow
• High standards of ethics and confidentiality to handle sensitive information
• Knowledge and skill in trauma informed care

Additional Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, ability to make public presentations, ability to manage databases and administer complex systems, and follow program policies
• Able to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Able to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone and lift to 25 pounds
• Ability to access and produce information from the computer; understand written information
• Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation
• Requests to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR

Software-related Skills

Microsoft Word and Excel, and email required. Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Mental Demands

• Work well under stressful conditions
• Able to interact with others with courtesy, respect, and tact
• Work in an organized and efficient manner to complete projects on schedule
• Able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy
• Able to respond to crisis situations calmly and effectively
• Able to exercise good judgment and suggest means or methods to accomplish tasks with greater efficiency or cost savings
• Able to maintain confidentiality

Communication Demands

This position requires the ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with TSA’s mission statement. The position also requires the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

The position requires written communication to and from co-workers, clients,…