Administrative Associate
Tracking Code
8326-415
Job Description
Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact everyday?
Imagine all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? Absolutely.
This is satisfying and challenging work that makes a real difference in people's lives. We are where you can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. We are where you can connect people to making a lifesaving impact. We are where you can partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare. The American Heart Association is where you can make an extraordinary impact.
The American Heart Association (AHA) has an excellent opportunity for an Administrative Associate in our Midwest Affiliate office located in Southfield, MI (Detroit area). This position will provide administrative support to staff who oversee the Heart Walk team and assist staff in meeting event goals.
Essential Job Duties:
- Develop, input, and maintain information in appropriate computer software programs, including but not limited to SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Greater Giving, Convio, Blackbaud and E1, to include data reporting.
- Perform general accounting/bookkeeping processes for billings, check requests, expense reports, income reporting, and other applicable financial transactions. Keep current with the Affiliate budget numbers. Serve as Affiliate Accounting Liaison for office which includes participating in teleconferences and providing feedback about finance processes.
- Maintains and processes reports and forwards them to appropriate staff. This includes summary, monthly reconciliation, and lockbox reports.
- Develops, oversees and/or assists in the development of event brochures, invitations, flyers, newsletters and other materials as needed.
- Develop, oversee and/or assist in the development of event brochures, invitations, flyers, “action alerts,” newsletters and other materials as needed. Manages the distribution of materials for activities in the region.
- In partnership with the Metro Executive Director and Directors, coordinate event logistics.
- Establish and maintain superior customer service relations with sponsors, customers, volunteers and donors by providing professional and friendly assistance within best practice guidelines, with proactive resolution of issues or needs.
- Coordinates volunteer meetings, trainings and projects as needed including writing meeting minutes, correspondence, logistics and follow- up.
Required Skills
Want to help get your resume to the top? Take a look at the experience we require:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum one year of related office experience.
- Must have at least intermediate knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office 2007 or higher used for word processing, email, presentations, and spreadsheets. Advanced knowledge and skill with these programs is preferred. These skills are subject to testing.
- Ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of American Heart Association staff, volunteers and the public. This includes ability and willingness to build and nurture relationships within and outside the American Heart Association. This also includes the ability to work cooperatively with others to leverage resources to achieve common goals.
- Ability to be diplomatic, self-motivated, resourceful, tactful and flexible.
- Ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of and skill in report preparation, proofreading and attention to detail.
- Ability to acquire understanding and absorb new information rapidly.
- Proven background and willingness to work in an atmosphere requiring flexibility and change.
- Must have at least intermediate knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office 2010 or higher used for word processing, email, presentations, and spreadsheets. Advanced knowledge and skill with these programs is preferred. These skills are subject to testing.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds with the expectation that items in excess of 20 pounds would be broken down into smaller components or additional assistance is required before lifting and/or moving.
Attracting talented, committed employees means offering a competitive benefits package, ongoing professional development and training, and a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and grow. And we do.
So, are you ready to work for the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases? Click on “New Resume” (or “Existing Resume” if you have previously applied to AHA positions) to submit your online application. Only those candidates deemed most qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted to interview.
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Job Location
Southfield, Michigan, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Job Category: Administrative/Clerical
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