Temporary Full Time Office Assistant

The Office Assistant provides support during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.

• Answers phones and responds to inquiries as required.
• Recruitment of volunteers via telephone calls.
• Enters volunteer scheduling data into the computerized kettle program.
• Complete shift reminder phone calls and/or voice mail messages for volunteers.
• Assist with gift card organization and distribution.
• Assist with organization of office and Christmas materials.
• Perform other related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary position based on 35 hours per week.
• Shifts may include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required, as the hours may increase as per operational requirements.
• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
• Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.
• Ability to lift/move up to 10 lbs. (4.5 kgs) in a safe manner.

• Completed High School.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.
• Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products and good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good organization, strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and disciplined
• Participate as an active and responsible team member.
• Ability to represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
• Maintain information in confidence as required.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.  If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.