What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant, Caring for Jews in Need position at Jewish Federation Los Angeles?
Job Description
Job Description
Position : Program Assistant
Non-Exempt / Union Grade 10A
Department Caring for Jews in Need
Union Grade Salary $45,414 to $66,791 Budgeted Salary : $50,000 to $55,000
Summary Description of Position
Reporting to the Sr V.P. Caring for Jews in Need, the Program Assistant using independent judgment to set priorities, provides secretarial support functions for the SVP CJIN and provides administrative and program support for the CJIN team and the department’s range of programming and partnership process.
Principal Duties
- Support the SVP CJIN and assist with the department’s programming and administrative needs.
- Organize CJIN files and supplies and materials.
- Responsible for fielding all Community Call line inquiries.
- Part of team sharing responsibility for answering the Federation’s Main Line during assigned time periods.
- Update, maintain and distribute the Community Resource Guide
- Create and maintain multiple databases (including CJIN Database and DRIVE).
- Work with program staff to manage and coordinate event details.
- Handle meeting logistics, food ordering, and set up.
- Assist Program staff in program communications.
- Assist in creating written program materials, emails and web copy.
- Coordinate mailings. Field phone calls, including follow up / RSVP calls to committee members.
- Maintain calendar and scheduling for SVP and staff as needed.
- Process check requests and expense reports.
- Take notes in meetings, when necessary.
- Some internet research and phone interviews.
- Assist with administration of and research on various CJIN programs.
- Assist with launch of new pilot programs.
- Handle highly confidential material in a discreet manner.
- Be available for events and meetings outside normal working hours.
Additional Duties
Be available to professional staff for additional assignments as needed. Other duties may be assigned as needed including assisting with the Campaign. Be available for events and meetings outside normal working hours.
Education & Experience Required For Position
Salary : $45,414 - $66,791