Administrative Assistant

USCRI
Arlington, VA, US
Full-time

The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) supports people who have lost or left their homes. For over 100 years, the unwavering commitment of our leadership, team, network of service providers, and advocates has helped redirect the destiny of countless vulnerable lives.

In neighborhoods, in Washington, and around the world, we break down barriers and demand justice for refugees and immigrants as they successfully integrate into new communities.

We provide essential social and legal services to rebuild productive lives, turning tragedy into prosperity. We are a purpose driven organization with a mission to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and supporting their transition to a dignified life.

To learn more about our work, please visit our website at .

Overview

The Administrative Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer will facilitate the efficient operation of the Finance department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

  • May direct the work of clerical employees in lower job classifications.
  • May assist in training newly hired clerks and secretaries.

Duties / Responsibilities :

  • Answers and transfers phone calls, screening when necessary.
  • Welcomes and directs visitors and clients.
  • Maintains electronic filing systems as assigned.
  • Retrieves information as requested from records, email, minutes, and other related documents; prepares written summaries of data when needed.
  • Responds to and resolves administrative inquiries and questions.
  • Coordinates and schedules travel, meetings, and appointments.
  • Prepares agendas and schedules for meetings.
  • Records and distributes minutes or other records for meetings.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills / Abilities :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Basic understanding of procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
  • Ability to work independently.

Education and Experience :

  • Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
  • Three to five years of experience in an administrative role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity;
  • Use of repetitive motion, prolonged periods of sitting and standing, and sustained visual and mental applications and demands;
  • Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying; and
  • Quantitative / mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements).
  • 18 days ago
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