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The Salvation Army Northwest Division Administrative Assistant and Receptionist in Yakima, Washington
Description POSITION TITLE: Administrative Assistant and Receptionist STATUS: Full time/Non-Exempt DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Corps Officers 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 the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants must: Possess a positive Christian experience and be willing and able to share it. Be at least 21 years of age. Have an understanding and acceptance of The Salvation Army's mission, philosophy, programs, and practices. Have obtained H.S. Diploma or GED. Some college and/or degree preferred. On the job experience may be substituted for educational requirements. Have five or more years' experience working in a church or non-profit setting Have the ability to plan and schedule events, programs, and activities. Have the ability to plan, direct, and evaluate the work of subordinates. Have experience working with volunteers and employees in both team and supervisory roles. Have a basic knowledge of Word and Excel Programs, and general computer knowledge. SCOPE OF POSITION: The Administrative Assistant and Receptionist is responsible for many of the daily administrative tasks, as well as the first line of communication with the community seeking services and program information. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage all incoming and outgoing mail Ingest bills and invoices into AP Workflow Scan and input receipt information into CARE program Record and send all checks received through Deluxe program Assist with Sunday count and make weekly deposit Answer all incoming calls and direct where needed through The Salvation Army Yakima network Assist the Corps Officers with seasonal events (i.e.: Thanksgiving and Christmas distributions, Angel Tree, Adopt A Family, Project 700, Red Kettle Kick Off, and any other events as needed) Perform other administrative functions as requested Assist the corps officers in planning and implementation of special events Other duties as requested by the Corps Officers PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead Ability to use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; Ability to operate telephone Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer Ability to lift 20 lbs. Ability to access and produce information from a computer Ability to understand written information Ability to operate a motor vehicle A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance. Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered. Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available. Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option. Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events. Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time. Paid Vacation: