Job Opening: California Foundation Independent Living Centers, Administrative Assistant

The California Foundation for Independent Living Centers seeks to hire an Administrative Assistant. This full-time position is based in Sacramento, California. The responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant include: performing word processing and data entry; answering the telephone; assisting with bookkeeping duties including data entry, processing accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Open for Recruitment: Open until filled.

Salary Range: $29,000 – $34,000

For more information, see the Administrative Assistant job description below.

Job Description:

California Foundation for Independent Living Centers

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Job Description

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION:
Under the supervision of the Administrative and Accounting Director, the Administrative Assistant assists all CFILC staff to complete projects requiring administrative support. Some travel required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Answer telephone, schedule teleconferences, and send/receive faxes;
•    Maintain office supplies and conference room;
•    Perform word processing and data entry;
•    Schedule meetings and conferences for staff;
•    Arrange transportation and lodging as needed;
•    Take meeting minutes as needed;
•    Assist with bookkeeping duties including data entry, processing accounts payable and accounts receivable;
•    Maintain contact lists for CFILC members and staff;
•    Provide administrative support for all staff as needed (e.g., transcribing from dictation, transferring documents to alternate formats, pulling files, etc.);
•    Operate and maintain office machines such as computer, printers, photocopier, fax, TTY, postage machine and multi-line phone system;
•    Prepare and track all mailings (USPS, UPS, FedEx);
•    Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

•    Three years experience in a responsible administrative assistant position;
•    Ability to type 40 wpm;
•    Ability to operate in an electronic (computer-based) office environment;
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
•    Ability to multitask;
•    Ability to communicate in a professional manner with all callers, visitors, and staff;
•    Ability to produce minutes and proofread documents before distribution;
•    Ability to arrange necessary transportation must be maintained throughout employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Bilingual English/Spanish.
•    Experience working with people with disabilities.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should send by email a cover letter and resume to:
Leticia Farias
Email Address: jobs@cfilc.org
Please title the email subject line: Administrative Assistant

CFILC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. CFILC provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.