Administrative Assistant (Part Time)

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington DC helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives improve lives and help transform the lives of individuals and families their communities and the systems and structures that affect them.

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health continued sobriety job training living-wage employment and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food clothing and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope dignity and greater independence.

Compensation: We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture mission and core values. The hourly rate for this position is $18.40 to 19.50 per hour.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant for the Shalom House Single Adult Housing program located at 1846 4th Street NE Washington DC 20002.

Position Description: The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and housing support for the Shalom House Single Adult Housing Program.

Required: HS/GED; 1-3 years of previous work experience

Preferred: Associates degree; 3-5 years of previous work experience; 2 years of clerical experience

Required License/Certification: CPR/First Aid

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (25 hours per week)

Expected Contributions: Administrative & Program Administration

• Perform general clerical duties such as copying filing faxing scanning and mailing
• Answer phones greet and assist residents and visitors
• Create and maintain resident charts
• Create modify duplicate and distribute materials and documents as needed
• Assist Managers with filing
• Order supplies for program staff and maintain an adequate inventory of supplies as needed
• Maintain program logs and statistics
• Assist with coordinating activities and events for residents
• Research and coordinate speakers for resident building meetings
• Support staff on special projects

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of common office equipment and telephone systems
• Time management skills
• Organizational skills with an attention to detail
• Proficient with MS Office including Word Excel and Outlook
• Ability to set professional boundaries
• Customer service skills
• Ability to work with diverse audiences
• Ability to type 45 wpm
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality while working with sensitive documents
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Reports to: Program Manager - Single Site

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with this position you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

Why Join SOME
SOME offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial well-being and professional growth. Benefits include medical dental and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; a 401(k) with up to a 6% employer match; generous paid leave; 11 paid federal holidays; commuter benefits; tuition assistance; loan forgiveness programs; and professional development opportunities.

Build a meaningful career while making a difference. Join SOME.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

SOME Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race color religion sex national origin disability or protected veteran status.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC