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Resumes will be accepted through November 17, 2023.

Monroe County Health Council

JOB DESCRIPTION: PT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Administrative Assistant will assist all Monroe County Health Council and Monroe County Prevention & Wellness Coalition staff members for the purpose of achieving program goals, remaining within grant compliance, furthering the mission of the agency, and agency growth.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

·         Bookkeeping and basic daily accounting

·         Scheduling and secretarial/office work to include but not limited to filing, organizing, inventory, ordering, etc.

·         Outreach and communication

·         Information distribution

·         Research

·         Data input

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Familiarity with the Monroe County communities and the ethnic culture of the population.

·         Knowledge of local agencies’ programs, available services, local units of government, and grassroots organizations.

ABILITIES:

·         Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

·         Work effectively with agency staff, service providers, and law enforcement

·         Work a flexible schedule, including occasional nights and weekends, and travel for training

·         Clearly communicate ideas in both written and verbal form

·         Understand the needs of project participants of diverse ethic, cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds

·         Exercise judgment regarding information sharing, confidentiality, and human relations

·         Operate a computer to enter data, maintain records, and generate reports (Windows & Microsoft Office)

·         Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

·         Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and scheduling tools (e.g., Microsoft Outlook or Google Calendar).

·         Network effectively with various types of organizations

·         Utilize social media platforms for program promotion, community education, and program awareness

·         Assist with searching for, writing, and/or managing grant

·         Preferred but not required: Spanish language proficiency for enhanced communication

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education

·         High school graduate (minimum)

·         Associate degree or at least 2 years experience in grant management or program administration

Experience Preferred:

·         At least two years volunteer or volunteer management experience with grant-funded program, non-profit agency, serving the underserved in a field such as social service, grassroots organizations, community advocacy, or youth intervention.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver’s license

At least two references

Completion of hiring screening

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Rate of Pay: $14450-($850 F/T/I)=$13600

$17 p/hour for up to 25 hours per week

Salary funding source(s):

%                    Grant/Funder            $Amount                    Hrs/Wk

 79%                TN Coalition               ($11480)                      20                                           

 3.5%               CARES                       ($495)                           .75

 3.5%               HC County Funds       ($495)                        .75

 3.5%               DUI                             ($495)                           .75

 3.5%               VOCA                        ($495)                           .75

 3.5%               Memory Lane             ($495)                         .75

 3.5%               SafePath                      ($495)                         .75

(*This position is funded by a grant ending on June 30, 2024.)