Overview

The General Office Assistant acts as the first contact for anyone that calls/enters DHQ. They will receive visitors, vendors, phone calls and direct them to the proper department. In addition, this position will assist in office functions including, but not limited to mail room operations, administrative functions within various departments and assist with special events and the operations of DHQ.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Greet visitors to DHQ and direct them accordingly.

• Answer telephones and respond to caller inquiries/re-direct callers.

• Sort, screen and distribute incoming/outgoing mail, including processing of weekly all-Corps mail.

• Receive incoming packages and distribute accordingly.

• Prepare and process outgoing UPS express shipments as requested.

• Provide assistance to the Service Extension Director and Regional Services Coordinator including processing Service Unit Reimbursements.

• Assist with special event preparation and coordination (New Officer Orientation, Retired Officer Luncheon etc.)

• Perform general administrative duties as assigned.

• Work closely with Executive Administrator and Facilities Director to maintain operations Within DHQ.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS.

· Computer proficiency

· Attention to detail

· Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel programs

· Communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job LocationsUS-NY-Syracuse

Job ID 2024-13459

Category Administrative

Compensation Min USD $20.00/Hr.

Compensation Max USD $25.00/Hr.

Type Regular Part-Time