Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Working at Helena Housing Authority (HHA) offers the opportunity to positively impact the lives of residents and to serve the Helena Community. The Administrative Assistant serves as a member of the HHA administrative services team providing customer service to the public and both clerical and technical support to program and management staff. Duties include greeting the public, answering the phone and responding to questions and requests for information, operating office equipment, using desktop software, maintaining records, handling mail, and performing general cleaning as required to include but not limited to vacuuming waiting room and copier room and keeping the office area wiped down and free from clutter.

The Administrative Assistant position reports to the Housing Program Manager and does not directly supervise any positions.

Duties Include:

· Greeting visitors, answering phones, answering questions about agency services, scheduling appointments, organizing, and maintaining the front reception area.

· Sorting mail, preparing mailing material, providing support on operation of HHA phone system, receiving repair requests, and setting up maintenance work orders.

· Preparing documents and updating/maintaining records using Excel.

· Assisting with creating files and reference letters, providing information and forms for potential housing applicants, scheduling, and mailing notifications to tenants for inspections and annual rent reviews.

· Maintaining databases, assisting with inventory of office supplies, performing data collection and filing, coordinating vendor services, serving as a resource for Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs, and coordinating projects among staff.

Anticipated New Hire Compensation:

$18.57-23.42 per hour depending on qualifications.

How to apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and completed HHA Application Form either electronically at https://wkf.ms/4dk3oOL, or by email to gross@cmsmontana.com You can also mail your application materials to: CMS Attn: Greg P.O. Box 1251, Helena, MT 59624.

For more information about benefits, check out our website: https://hhamt.org/hha-employment-information/

Qualifications to join our Team:

· Requires education and experience equivalent to completion of high school and one year of office experience.

· Requires strong client relations.

· Communication and teamwork, self-development, efficiency and effectiveness, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.

· Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

· Proficiency in Windows-based applications.

· Ability to navigate Google, Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.

· Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Montana Driver’s License, and acceptable background check.

Opportunities:
The HHA offers a competitive wage with opportunity for career advancement through our Administrative Assistant Career Ladder, providing highly experienced and skilled, high-performing individuals promotion opportunities to earn up to $25.00 an hour. The HHA also offers organizational and individual pay awards (base pay increases and bonuses) and promotion opportunities based on employee performance and tenure.

This position is open until filled. Applications received by midnight November 18, 2024, will receive priority consideration. If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. We look forward to speaking with you!

HHA is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment for employees and residents. As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal history checks for the top candidates of all recruitments and driving history checks for candidates of positions that require operating company vehicles.

HHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HHA values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require accommodation to apply, please contact Greg Ross at the following number or email.

Questions: Please call (406) 442-4934 or email gross[at]cmsmontana.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.57 - $23.42 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $23