Senior Administrative Assistant

Job Type Full-time Description JOB SUMMARY The Senior Administrative Assistant assists the Senior Director of Immigration and Refugee Services with managing daily activities and planning programs and protocols. MINISTERIAL CHARACTER Catholic Charities is a religious organization founded by the Catholic Diocese of Austin to provide direct social services to those in need. Catholic Charities helps the Bishop of Austin fulfill Christ's mission in Central Texas. Positions at Catholic Charities of Central Texas help to extend the ministry of the Catholic Church in particular ways. Therefore, the Catholic Charities of Central Texas employee in this position is related to and assists the Catholic Church in the performance of its ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the church. ESSENTIAL DUTIES As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Austin in both your professional and personal life. Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church. Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed. Perform administrative support functions for the Senior Director of Immigration and Refugee Services. Follow set procedures in carrying out instructions with general supervision. Assist with the scheduling and management of Senior Director's calendar. Compile data, perform data entry, and complete forms or reports for Senior Director review. Prepare routine correspondence, memos, and reports. Schedule and coordinate meetings and appointments for Senior Director. Complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with funding requirements, licensing requirements and agency quality assurance standards. Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to Senior Director. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to work independently, with a minimum of supervision, and to understand office operations. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, clearly, accurately in a proficient, professional, pleasant and effective manner. Ability to be creative, accurate, and have attention to detail. Ability to process changes with short notice. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including low-income persons and other disadvantaged persons. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to operate various word processing software, spreadsheets, and database programs such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook and PowerPoint. Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques to meet deadlines. Ability to follow instructions furnished in verbal or written format. Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers and work effectively with others. Minimum Qualifications: Education and Training: High School Diploma or GED acceptable to Texas Education Agency. Experience: Years of experience may be substituted for the educational requirement at a ratio of two (2) years of full-time wage-earning experience equals one (1) year of education, with a substitution of eight (8) years of experience equals a bachelor's degree. Licenses/Certifications: Valid Texas driver's license. Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period. Preferred Qualifications: Language Requirement English proficient in conversing, reading, and writing. Fluency in Spanish is preferred. BUSINESS HOURS AND LOCATION Regular office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. This position may require working some evenings and weekends. WORKING CONDITIONS Catholic Charities is an at-will employer. All buildings and vehicles owned by Catholic Charities of Central Texas are tobacco-free. Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly. Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations. Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards. Working on weekends, evenings and some holidays is required. May be required to use personal or agency vehicles to drive to off-site locations through a 25-county region. Traveling within and outside the 25-county service region for meetings and other events may be required, and travel may include overnight lodging.