Temporary Office Assistant

Temporary Position - Front Office Assistant

This is a temporary position, to be filled between May and September 2025. Work days will be on-site at our Pasco location, Monday through Friday, 10am to 4pm and will include all standard breaks/lunches in accordance with Washington State labor laws.

Who we are:

At Columbia Basin Veterans Center, our unwavering commitment is to serve and support the veteran community within the Columbia Basin through a comprehensive range of vital initiatives. Our purpose is driven by four foundational pillars, each aimed at fostering the well-being, empowerment, and unity of the veterans in our community.

A*. Veterans Therapeutic Court *

B. Resource Assistance

C. Community Outreach and Connection

D. Housing

At CBVC, our mission goes beyond words; it is a pledge to honor the sacrifices of our veterans with action, empathy, and a relentless pursuit of their well-deserved dignified lives. Together, we transform challenges into triumphs, and forge a resilient community where veterans thrive once more.

Why the Columbia Basin Veteran Center:

We are a positive energetic team dedicated to our mission to support local veterans, be involved in the community, and provide an inclusive and welcoming work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reception and Client Interaction:
• Greet Visitors and Clients: Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, donors, volunteers, and others entering the organization. Provide a warm and professional welcome.
• Answer Phones and Direct Calls: Answer incoming calls, provide information, take messages, and direct calls to the appropriate staff members
• Assist clients and Visitors: Offer Support to visitors, providing them with information about services, programs, and activities within the organization

2. Administrative Support:

• Prepare Documents: Help with the preparation of the Veteran Relief Fund Forms
• Maintain Office Supplies: Monitor and order office supplies to ensure that the office is fully stocked and operational.

3. Communication and Correspondence:

• Manage incoming and outgoing mail: handle incoming mail, packages
• Email Correspondence: Respond to emails as necessary

4. Maintaining a Positive Office Environment:

• Create a Welcoming Atmosphere: Maintain an organized and pleasant front office area, keeping the area neat and professional
• Support Office Staff: Provide general support to staff by helping with various administrative tasks that allow team members to focus on primary responsibilities

Position currently does not offer medical or retirement benefits beyond those required by the state of Washington.

CBVC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. CBVC is committed to fair hiring practices and compliance with EEO laws by ensuring the protection of characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status during both hiring and employment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.66 - $18.50 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19