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The Salvation Army Western Territory
Sr. Administrative Assistant to the General Secretary - SC Carson DHQ-11-001
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A Secretary performs office administrative work and provides administrative assistance to an office staff. Organizes files and assists with record keeping and data base management. Manages office calendars and helps to organize office workflow. Provides administrative support for reports and budgets. Documents office expenses. May handle phone inquiries. May help to arrange travel for office staff.
$55,574 / year median in California
-8% projected decline
Job Description
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. Position Summary Supports, coordinates and oversees technical and complex office administrative duties for the office of the General Secretary (GS). This will mean working closely with the LA Metro Advisory Board and its many committees, helping the GS coordinate with Social Service and Corps units as well as special event planning. Essential Function Provide daily administrative support and act as the primary communication liaison on behalf of the General Secretary. Serve as Board Liaison to the LA Metro Advisory Board, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, maintaining board records, and ensuring follow-up on board directives. Oversee project management of the Angel Tree and Red Kettle Campaigns for the SC Division, ensuring smooth execution, tracking progress, managing logistics, and facilitating communication with key stakeholders. In coordination with the Sr. Development Associate & Special Events Manager and a third-party events consultant, organize primary signature events including but not limited to the Sally Awards, the Homelessness Symposium and LA Metro Christmas Luncheon. Receive and distribute incoming mail and e-mail; review and evaluate correspondence to identify priority items and ensure appropriate redistribution. Conserve General Secretary's time by managing their calendar, drafting letters and documents, collecting and analyzing information, and initiating communications. Correspond on behalf of General Secretary with internal TSA DHQ department heads, officers, program directors, and external entities, including government officials, foundations, funders, and dignitaries. Maintain appointment schedules by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel arrangements. Assist in the development of presentations using PowerPoint, Canva and Excel. Produce and manage information through transcription, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics. Ensure project completion, including quarterly reports, by following up on assignments given to directors. Secure and maintain confidential information and sensitive data. Manage office supplies, ensuring inventory levels are maintained and replenished as needed. Ensure proper operation of office equipment, coordinating maintenance and troubleshooting as required. Reconcile business travel and expense accounts weekly. Schedule and provide setup/preparation for LA Metro coordination meetings. Welcome guests and manage inquiries professionally in person and over the phone. Travel to different sites to arrange meetings, conduct site tours, and coordinate special projects as needed. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.