Admin Assistant 1 - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The purpose of this role is to assist in the work of salvation and exaltation by providing individual contributor, entry level administrative support to one or more leader and multiple volunteer seminary teachers.

Employees at this level work under direct supervision and handle basic issues and problems that require beginning to working administrative support knowledge in Micorsoft suite and the ability to learn new computer programs. Problem solving skill with technology and the ability to interact effectively with a variety of personalities.

Generally, the working hours will be afternoons and early eveinings (occasional Friday evenings to assist with institute events).

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Preparing memos, documents, reports, spreadsheets (including charts and graphs), and presentations using a wide range of software and platforms.

Collecting data and compiling information.

Taking meeting minutes

Using computer apps and software to schedule meetings and appointments and maintain calendars.

Answering and screening telephone calls - forwards calls and takes messages as needed

Receiving and sorting mail and correspondence

Operating standard office equipment such as copy machines

Ordering office supplies

Maintaining office files

Other duties as assigned

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Beginning to working administrative support knowledge

Key Skills include the ability to:

Communicate professionally in writing and verbally.

Utilize Microsoft Office and other software at a developing level to schedule appointments, modify spreadsheets, and update word documents.

Operate and maintain standard office equipment.

Problem solve and resolve basic conflict and problems

Organize and prioritize work and needs

Understand and follow instructions.

Interact and work with others in a productive and professional way.

Work with discretion, confidentiality, and integrity

To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time, moving about the office to deliver mail and other items, and using computer monitors/equipment.

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord's work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings- giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances-our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.