True North Goodwill is Hiring an Administrative Assistant Full-Time Near Duluth, MN
Join Team Goodwill! Immediate openings and competitive pay & benefits. Apply today! Administrative AssistantFull Time/40 hours per week $15.00/hourGoodwill Industries is a nonprofit organization regionally headquartered in Duluth, MN whose mission is transforming lives for generations through learning and the power of work. We provide training, jobs, and support services for people with barriers to employment who seek greater independence. Our mission is funded through the sale of donated clothing and household items in Goodwill stores and online. We are a group of nearly 300 mission-minded employees in Northern MN & WI working as one. Each of us is essential to helping our community thrive and prosper. Goodwill offers a wide range of career pathways and growth ranging from entry-level to management in retail, transportation, mission services, and administrative/professional fields. By working at Goodwill, you can make an impact in your community. And we can show you how. Goodwill is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Why we are a great place to work
Competitive pay & benefits
Bonus incentive plans
Retirement & 401K planning with company match (at 4% of income after 1 year)
Employee Assistance Program (Crisis counseling, financial planning, legal consultation, mental health counseling, wellness resources)
Knowing you are part of making an impact in people’s lives
Job SummaryThis position is responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the Administrative Office. This position supports directors, managers, and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. Duties And Responsibilities
Answers and directs telephone calls, including screening calls and taking messages when appropriate
Arranges couriers (UPS, etc.) and routes mail, faxes, and paperwork received on the trucks
Warmly welcomes visitors and guests, answers questions, offers refreshments, and directs to the correct offices
Provides administrative support for each of the department Directors
Assists in data entry and preparation of regularly scheduled reports
Ensures operation of office equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and calling for repairs
Maintains an inventory of office and production supplies and orders items when necessary
Carries out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, and scanning
As requested, schedule meetings and order agency-related meals or materials
Assist with booking flights, hotels, and rental cars for staff travel
Ensures general orderliness and cleanliness of the front office and kitchen
Assists with weekly office deposit
Maintains donor database and assists in sending donor thank you letters
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Maintains confidentiality when working with sensitive information
Required Skills And Abilities
Excellent communication abilities, including speaking, writing, and active listening
Effective organization and time management skills (e.g., prioritization, multitasking, and planning)
Great customer service skills (e.g., a personable and positive attitude)
High typing speed and accuracy
Good computer skills, including basic troubleshooting and Microsoft Office, Excel, printers, and Outlook (email)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Keen attention to detail
Education And Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Associate degree preferred
Two years of work experience or post-high school training in the clerical field.
What You Are Eligible For As a Full-time Employee
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, & vision benefits
Long-term disability insurance at no cost
Critical illness and accident insurance
Basic life insurance at no cost, with voluntary and spousal coverage options
What We Bring To The Table
Individualized onboarding & training to make you successful on the job.
A supportive team environment
A culture built upon our core values of Trust, Respect, Dedication, Responsibility, and Innovation
Career support and planning
Physical RequirementsThese work environment factors are general: CONSTANT: Sit and near vision. FREQUENT: Bend neck; talk/speak; sit and visual accommodation. OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; rotate neck, static neck position; walk; hear within 5 feet and midrange vision.