Administrative Assistant - Community Services Foundation

Seat Pleasant, MD 20743

About the Job

POSITION: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The Administrative Assistant position is an integral part of supporting the program and administrative operations of the Community Services Foundation (CSF). Responsibilities clerical functions are inclusive of data entry, electronic filing, office coordination, the composition of correspondence, and program support. The successful candidate is a mature, skilled individual who is motivated by achieving high levels of proficiency. The position serves as a primary interface with callers, visitors, program partners, prospective employees, etc. and the incumbent must exhibit strong customer service and execution skills.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring daily attendance coverage for all Community Centers orders office supplies for CSF and program supplies for Community Centers and tracks and reports to staff accordingly.
Managing special events and coordinating field trips and providing special event support for Site Directors and Program Division.
Composing donor acknowledgment letters and reports, coordinating telephone training, and testing applicants for prospective positions before interviews.
Greeting visitors and managing the office in an efficient, professional, and courteous manner; inclusive of answering phones, organizing work areas, monitoring office equipment function, etc.
Assisting with obtaining from Site Staff all requests and tracking as it relates to food manager/handling training, fire inspections, health permits, coordinating computer repairs with IT Consultant, orchestrating the receipt of donations and distribution to the Community Centers.
Submitting daily to-do lists to supervisor and providing updates as needed to inform of the status of various tasks
Update CSF Policy & Procedures, Personnel, and Instructional Manuals from edited changes.
Updates Property Listing and prepares minutes for all Site Director’s Meetings.
Picks up and distributes mail and executes action required.
Allocates and places orders for all Site Director requests and codes the expense accordingly.
Other duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications:

Two years of college or equivalent work experience in a related field is a plus.
Two or more years of experience with customer service and/or administrative support experience.
Proven judgment in maintaining confidentiality and/or privileged information.
Understanding of and ability to apply computer technology to efficiently accomplish tasks inclusive of being proficient in MS Excel, Outlook and MS Word, Adobe, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to conscientiously maintain timelines and meet deadlines.
Ability to establish, maintain and cultivate strong working relationships.
Professional demeanor, both in person and on the telephone.
Highly organized, dedicated, responsible, self-starter, detail and team-oriented.
Enthusiastic, positive attitude.
Strong work ethic and openness to evolving responsibilities.
Interest in community service, youth development, adult and senior initiatives, and family strengthening programs, is a plus.
Experience in working with a non-profit is a plus.

Primary office hours:

Monday-Friday from 8:30-5:30 p.m.; the schedule may shift to start earlier, end later, or involve weekend work based on business needs, workload, and other factors.

Community Services Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Community Services Foundation:

Community Services Foundation (CSF) provides the training and oversight of programs and services offered in managed housing community centers throughout the metropolitan Washington DC area. CSF coordinates partnerships that provide programs and services that have been identified by the owner and residents. CSF youth programs offer afterschool and summer enrichment activities that include homework assistance; STEAM (science technology, engineering, arts and math) tutoring, digital literacy character education, health and wellness, journaling and public speaking, as well as services tailored to meet the needs of residents. CSF also offers adult programs that range from job readiness to social recreational activities.Community Services Foundation's (CSF) mission is to enhance the lives of residents living in managed communities by providing structured services, activities and programs for residents and the community. In support of its mission, CSF has established the following goals:• Provide resident driven educational and social programs that are specifically designed to address the needs of each property• Conduct property-based activities that enrich the quality of life for all residents• Assist residents in the development and pursuit of their special interests and social needs and• Promote community empowerment while engaging in activities that stimulate self industry and creative developmentCommunity Services Foundation (CSF) envisions a world where property-based programs enhance the lives of residents and prepare them for a happier and more productive future with an improved quality of life.

Source : Community Services Foundation