Demo

Office Assistant

SEIU
SEIU Salary
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2025

SEIU Local 1 has been on the forefront of building the power of low-wage workers in service industries and fighting for economic, racial, immigrant, LGBTQ , and environmental justice. We are now hiring an Office Assistant for our Detroit office to facilitate day-to-day operations of the Union office as well as building management and other duties in multiple areas.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Provide administrative support including but not limited to answering phones, written correspondence and assisting in the preparation of reports, emails, and proposals.
  • Facilitate operation, maintenance and repair on environmental systems using Union contractors.
  • Manage key distribution and alarm codes.
  • Ensure that office equipment is operating properly.
  • Assist / instruct all staff with use of computer program operation, copiers, printers, Wi-Fi, mailing equipment etc. and facilitate repairs.
  • Order janitorial, equipment and office supplies.
  • Receive, review, and submit bills for payment.
  • Receive, sort, and distribute mail.
  • Enter data in Unionware, Google Documents, etc.
  • Process, review, and collect Dues Authorization cards.
  • Prepare phone lists, walk lists and member site lists for Organizers.
  • Manage calendars, coordinate in person and virtual meetings.
  • Follow office procedures accurately and consistently.
  • Manage communication, written and orally, with members and staff.
  • Maintain current, accurate and easily accessible files.
  • Provide back-up for other administrative assistants when necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

  • Ability to professionally interact with members, vendors, and other visitors.
  • Knowledge of computer software (Word, Access, Excel, Google Drive, Zoom).
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and set priorities.
  • Solid organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Ability to make suggestions for improvement in policies and procedures.
  • Effective communication skills include the ability to compose business correspondence.
  • The ability to make and follow through on a work plan.
  • The ability to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Previous experience in union or community organizing is desirable.
  • A demonstrated commitment to social justice is required.
  • Two years of experience and / or some college.
  • Ability and occasionally work weekends or late hours.
  • Salary and Benefits :

  • Salary is competitive and negotiable based on the Staff Union Contract ranging from $60,00-$70,000.
  • Full benefits packages include employer paid health insurance, employer paid pension plan, phone allowance, paid vacation, and other benefits.
  • To Apply please submit your resume and cover letter.

    Salary : $60,000 - $70,000

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Office Assistant?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Office Assistant career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $45,079 - $58,782
    Income Estimation: 
    $55,482 - $73,306
    Income Estimation: 
    $71,445 - $107,750
    Income Estimation: 
    $45,079 - $58,782
    Income Estimation: 
    $55,482 - $73,306
    Income Estimation: 
    $71,445 - $107,750
    Income Estimation: 
    $60,136 - $81,141
    Income Estimation: 
    $77,456 - $102,587
    Income Estimation: 
    $39,522 - $50,798
    Income Estimation: 
    $45,079 - $58,782
    Income Estimation: 
    $71,445 - $107,750
    Income Estimation: 
    $54,253 - $71,534
    Income Estimation: 
    $68,545 - $91,432
    Income Estimation: 
    $60,136 - $81,141
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at SEIU

    SEIU
    Hired Organization Address Los Angeles, CA Full Time
    Description Position Summary : The Deputy Chief of Staff will serve as a key strategic leader within SEIU-UHW, a promine...
    SEIU
    Hired Organization Address Chicago, IL Full Time
    SEIU Local 1 has been on the forefront of building power for low-wage workers and fighting in larger struggles for socia...
    SEIU
    Hired Organization Address Los Angeles, CA Full Time
    Description Position Summary : SEIU-UHW is seeking an experienced and skilled Office Manager that is well organized, and...
    SEIU
    Hired Organization Address All, MO Full Time
    SEIU (Service Employees International Union) JOB TITLE: Senior Local Strength Coordinator, TWR GRADE: MGT E ANNUAL SALAR...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Office Assistant jobs in the Chicago, IL area that may be a better fit.

    Harold Washington College- Federal Work Study Student- Office Assistant

    Federal Work Study Student- Office Assistant - CCC Careers, Chicago, IL

    Kennel Assistant

    Veterinary Office, Kankakee, IL

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!