Job Information
The Salvation Army Administrative Assistant in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Description
Job Title: Administrative Assistant
FLSA Status: Full Time - non-exempt Reports to: Corps Officers
Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm Supervises: N/A
Closing Date: 8/17/2024
Rate of Pay: $18/hour
Benefits : Standard; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:
Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
Vacation benefit – 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)
Function
Assist the Corps Officers with all administrative duties and issues. Assist with the gathering of statistical data for all daily and weekly activities. Assist with Corps Computer Programs when possible, ensuring IT connections and daily data input and working with DHQ/THQ IT if needed; Assist with Corps Management data collection and Programs. Assist with updating and posting Salvation Army activities for all Corps websites and online presence including Facebook and YouTube. Support / supervise all proper setup of physical activity rooms for daily community dining, kitchen, and other activities. Support and assist, when necessary, with the community food box and meal program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions
This position must maintain the highest level of professional and personal integrity due to access to personal, private, confidential, and sensitive information.
Assist the Corps Officer(s) in smoothly and effectively operating the Corps Office, Community and social service activities, and other applicable business and administrative details.
Assist in the processing of all finance, statistical, employment, insurance, and property of Salvation Army business, including the Corps and Officers' Quarters.
Assist and support the submission of all financial reimbursements and purchase documentation to DHQ, including, if requested, the Officer's expense reimbursements.
Assist with Social Service requests, applications, and preparation of food bags and boxes, if needed.
Assist all Cheyenne office staff and volunteers where needed. This includes tracking and reporting all AARP and Salvation Army timekeeping records.
Coordinate All food and gifts-in-kind donations record keeping, ordering, finance and statistics.
Work with schools, businesses, churches, service clubs, and individuals to solicit donated items such as food and other donations.
Help to gather all respective data collections and submit all SA-required reports, statistics, events, and other SA requirements.
Learn the necessary and applicable SA IT programs: Statistics, Corps Management, Finance, WellSky, etc.
Assist and support the administrative, financial and other duties in supporting the Cheyenne Salvation Army Advisory Board.
Complete the typing and production of the weekly Chapel and other Programs for each Sunday’s Morning Worship. This should be completed by Friday noon each week.
Be responsible for training multiple backup volunteer Corps and other volunteers to use the WellSky, statistical, finance, budget, and other applicable programs.
Work cooperatively and assist with all other SA employees.
Be organized and able to handle a multitude of tasks simultaneously.
Maintain a valid Driver’s License.
If chosen to drive, complete the Decision Driving Safety Test before driving for The Salvation Army and annually recertify as required.
If chosen to drive, must meet certification by and participation in The Salvation Army’s Fleet Safety Program (Salvation Army Fleet Safety Policy dictates that an employee may not obtain more than two [2] moving violations or accidents within any 12 months; see The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Policy)
Knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
Initially deal with issues as they arise and refer all serious or potentially severe problems to the Corps Officers.
All other administrative, reporting, correspondence and if necessary, represent The Salvation Army at official community meetings.
Qualification and Education Requirements:
A High School Diploma or GED, with two years of related work experience and one year of supervisory experience. A combination of training and experience will be considered.
Pass the Driver Safety Test and, within 90 days (about 3 months) of employment.
The individual must respect other employees, associates, clients, and the goals and objectives of The Salvation Army.
Ability to read and comprehend job descriptions, cleaning instructions, and material safety data sheets.
Basic communication skills to facilitate effective communication between staff and clients.
Must be a self-starter and a team player, perform well with minimum supervision.
Having a Salvation Army work background and experience would be extremely helpful.
Must be minimally 21 years of age and possessing a valid Wyoming Driver's License.
The Salvation Army 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 the love of God; Its mission is to preach Jesus Christ's gospel and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army
I have been informed and understand The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. In my employ, I will not undermine the religious mission or religious purposes of the organization, nor will my professional conduct conflict with, interfere with, or undermine its religious programs or religious purposes.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate the telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR (Human Resources). The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if reasonable accommodation presents no undue hardship.
Statement of Confidentiality:
The Administrative Assistant occupies a position of trust and is expected to maintain confidentiality and exhibit loyalty to The Salvation Army and the staff of the Intermountain Division in all job-related matters.
Employment at Will
Employees of The Salvation Army are considered employees at will. This means that the employment arrangement between the employee and The Salvation Army may be terminated by the employee or by The Salvation Army at any time, with or without cause. No Salvation Army representative may change the at-will employment relationship through oral or written promises.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- High School or Equivalent or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)