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RAICES

Refugee Resettlement Administrative Assistant- SAS

RAICES, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208


Job Details

Job Location

San Antonio - San Antonio, TX

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Not Specified

Salary Range

$20.91 - $24.97 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Category

Refugee Resettlement

Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Provides administrative support in a variety of functions to an individual, team, department or another group in an organization. Collects, reviews and analyzes data and prepares reports, charts, budgets, and other presentation materials. Responds to or routes routine inquiries from external or internal sources with own correspondence or other messaging. Schedules and coordinates meetings, travel, and other group activities. May be responsible for creating reports and distributing on a regular schedule. Has advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics software skills. This is a Union eligible position. This position is grant-funded. If there is a substantial reduction in funding or funding ceases, the position may be terminated and/or subject to applicable CBA requirements.

Responsibilities:

Assume general administrative responsibilities including timekeeping, training of colleagues, case management and other responsibilities related to program compliance, requests for mileage reimbursement, program scheduling, tracking attendance for program staff, etc.;

Record and monitor program data to assist with budget compliance;

Maintain office supplies through inventory and regular orders;

Assist in mail responsibilities including receipt, logging, and distribution of office mail;

Assist in maintenance of office space and office equipment, including computers, copy machines, phones;

Responsible for program and office event logistics, including travel coordination;

Assist program director with administrative research questions for growing program;

Assist in the creation, writing, proliferation and compliance of program manuals and policies;

Assist supervisor in maintaining their calendar, including meetings with stakeholders, RAICES colleagues and clients;

Any additional qualifications required by the department in the supplement.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or its equivalent, or training in secretarial skills, office management and/or administrative studies;

1-2 years of comparable administrative experience; and,

Any other minimum requirements specified by the department in the attached supplement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates or Bachelor Degree preferred;

Are able to communicate both verbally and in writing in one or more refugee languages including Arabic, Dari, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili, Pashto, and Spanish;

2 plus years' of experience in the social service or refugee resettlement field and/or non-profit field is preferred; and

2 plus years' experience in inventory and supplies and budget compliance.

1-2 years' experience with the ClientTrack database system

Attributes:

Must demonstrate behavior that aligns with RAICES mission, vision and values Empowerment, Excellence, Compassion, Inclusion and being Proactive.

Excellent skills in Google suite, Microsoft Office suite, and Adobe;

Professional written and oral communication;

Ability to handle multiple projects, both independently and in a team;

Able to travel occasionally;

Ability to handle multiple projects, both independently and in a team

Detail oriented and skilled at organizing information, documents, and materials;

Positive, team-oriented attitude and ability to adapt and be flexible in changing work environment;

Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain a professional, friendly, and cordial relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members and external partners;

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response.

Hybrid Work Plan

PLEASE NOTE:

Employees are expected to live within the assigned geographic location to commute to and from the office or assigned on-site location(s) as business or client needs require.

Currently, all interviews are virtual.

All positions will require working remotely and in-office at the assigned work location.

Applicants must reside in the state of Texas.

Relocation assistance may be provided to candidates willing to relocate.

RAICES is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and strongly encourages people of color, women, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus (LGBTQ+), and individuals who have been impacted by the criminal system or the immigration system to apply; and, RAICES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law .