Administrative Assistant

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Brethren Village Retirement Community, in Lititz, PA, is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant for our Development and Volunteer Services departments.

The Development and Volunteer Services Administrative Assistant performs a variety of administrative duties to support both the Development office and the Volunteer Services office. The Administrative Assistant accurately enters and manages donor and volunteer records in databases; processes and acknowledges contributions; tracks and analyzes data; prepares reports; assists with large mailings; assists to coordinate and staff large campus events; and performs related work to support the departments’ objectives.

The successful applicant will be able to work independently, efficiently, and accurately with electronic databases and other computer applications.

• Part-time: day shift; typically up to 20 hours per week; on-site
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required

• a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• dependability: ability and willingness to meet attendance standards
• the ability to read and to complete online training independently
• ability and willingness to consistently work in a safe and alert manner, and to report to work fit for duty; commitment to wearing protective equipment as required for the position, and adhering to all health and safety standards
• the ability and willingness to interact in a professional and friendly manner with colleagues
• the ability to provide exceptional service to others
• ability and willingness to represent Brethren Village and carry out responsibilities in a manner aligned with our core values of caring, integrity, stewardship, and excellence

• at least 2 years' experience as an Administrative Assistant or Office Assistant
• volunteer or professional experience in a Development or fundraising office, and experience with Donor Perfect or another donor database preferred
• strong computer skills; the ability to work accurately and efficiently with a computerized database, use online resources, and work in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
• the demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and organize work; work with accuracy; and manage several assignments to ensure timely completion
• strong verbal and written communication skills
• effective phone skills and interpersonal skills
• the ability to represent the department in a professional manner, and interact in a friendly and helpful manner with donors, prospective donors, Board members, Residents and their family members, volunteers, and colleagues
• the ability and willingness to handle confidential, sensitive, and/or personal information in an appropriate and professional manner

For the health and safety of all members of our community, Brethren Village maintains a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco / smoke-free work environment.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a professional / employment reference check; verification of education and credentials as applicable to the position; a post-offer criminal background screen; a post-offer physical exam, drug screen, and TB test.

Please note:

Applicants who are offered employment must be able to attend a 2 to 3 hour pre-employment appointment during a weekday morning or early afternoon, including an off-site physical exam, and participate in an orientation session from 7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m. on a Monday.

If you would like to make a positive difference each day, apply with us!

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