Help Wanted Administrative Assistant Northwest Institute of Literary Arts, Langley Open Position: Part-Time (20 hours per week) Administrative Assistant Reporting To: Executive Director The Northwest Institute of Literary Arts is seeking a part -time Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant will provide clerical support for various programs within the Institute. The position requires the capacity to manage multiple responsibilities in a calm, professional manner. Timeliness and responsiveness are central to carrying out position responsibilities. If that sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you! NILA offers opportunities for professional development, and an extraordinary creative environment. Job Summary: Under general supervision, serves as the primary contact greeting anyone coming into the school, answering phone calls, and acting as the Institute liaison with visitors. Always strives to make a great first impression and provide excellent customer service, a welcoming presence, and quick, friendly responses in person, on the phone, and via email. Required Education, Training & Experience: • High School Diploma or GED required • Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university preferred • 5 years of experience working in an office environment with a focus on customer service • Experience with higher education is a plus Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Excellent customer service skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Proficient at working in a Microsoft Windows environment, using Office (version 2010 or higher), including Outlook; ability to master common automated systems for record keeping, and confidently learn new technology • Excellent calendaring and time-management skills • Excellent professional (in person, email, phone, letter) etiquette • Ability to maintain confidential information and professional relationships • Ability to work with a data management system • Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of administration, faculty, staff, students, and outside vendors; comfortable in being the first person to interact with visitors • Ability to multi-task and adapt in a busy and open-office environment • Ability to sit and keyboard, talk on the phone up to 8 hours a day • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (e.g., cases of water, paper, and office supplies) • Some outdoor work may be required • Ability to evolve in the role as the Institute grows and changes • Beneficial Skills: Website editing skills (WordPress preferred), comfortable working with graphic and layout for posters/fliers. If this sounds like you, please submit your résumé and a cover letter no later than 7/23/13 explaining why you are interested in this position to: [email protected] You will be notified for an interview if your resumé is selected. Thank you for your interest in the Northwest Institute of Literary Arts. Position closes 7/23/13. No phone calls please. Donation to drewslist.
Posted on: Fri, 19 Jul 2013 15:20:36 +0000
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