Administrative Assistant Part-Time (Michigan City)

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Salary Range Starting at: $14.50/per hour

Job Objective:

The Administrative Assistant provides support to the Corps Officers, employees, volunteers, and clients by managing a variety of tasks to make sure all interactions between the organization and others are positive and productive to ensure the mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Schedule appointments for social service programs.
• Produce and distribute correspondence, memos, letters, faxes, and forms.
• Assist in recording financial data
• Organize and schedule meetings and appointments as directed.
• Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
• Develop and maintain office filing system.
• Operate a variety of office machines/programs.

• Recordkeeping and reports




• Prepare, update, and maintain records and files. This may include developing invoices and claims.




• Assist with volunteer development as requested
• Oversee the National Able Workers

• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. An associate degree is preferred.

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Candidates with 2 or more years' experience as an administrative assistant will be given greater consideration

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Must complete SIMS data entry and/or completion of data entry procedures within 60 days of employment.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems

• Provide guidance and promote the spiritual dimension of Salvation Army programs, emphasizing the importance of Christian influence and evangelism in all Salvation Army ministries, including delivery of social services in contemporary settings.

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking
• May require standing for extended periods

Travel: Local travel only.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office and community center environment; May require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.