What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Tenants Assistance Program?
Diverse office management; you will be running things with finger on the pulse. Position requires phones, filing, casework, sales. And much, much more. We are seeking the right person for the long-term.
You must have a strong sense of determination to follow established procedures and keep things in order. Attention to detail and focus are paramount. You MUST be a clear thinker.
Position is a serious job performing meaningful work. Social activism oriented to mitigating social wrongs. Can evolve with authoritative responsibility.
Your dedication will make a big difference that can generate dividends for all. We have recently invested considerable funds towards operational streamlining, and you will be at the helm of pulling it together. There is much growth opportunity for one who can envision, mold and execute.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A commanding personality able to monitor and maintain order; a self-starter
- Prompt and reliable; a hard, dedicated worker
- Office management skills: Organizational, attention to detail; fast on feet and plugged-in
- You readily comprehend legal concepts, willing to investigate
- Computer and Internet proficient
- Sound health, as you will occasionally need to relocate computers or other equipment, or lug around 10-ream boxes of paper (about 20 lbs.)
- Energetic, inspirational presentation that motivates; common sense with penetrating perception
- A good talker with promotional traits highly valued; our "Product" is helping people, with you being the "Closer"
- Reliable transportation
DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:
- Expressive empathy with a thick skin, who can get to the point but knows when to drop the hammer on rambling ditherers
- Bilingual would add extra (but is not necessary)
JOB DETAILS:
- Full-time, on site at pleasant office setting in central Phoenix historic neighborhood
- Unique, growing small business that helps renters deal with landlord problems
- You'll learn a lot, especially landlord-tenant law
- Casework requires mindful scrutiny
- Oftentimes high pressure, not for the tired faint of heart
- Intensity akin to a privatized public defender's office
- Take on special projects through to completion, e.g. rearranging records or creating systems.
- Administrative experience will find a fertile environment, a challenging opportunity, and advancement as the business expands
E-mail resume with reply. Applicants may wish to view our website, www.arizonatenants.com.
The position is presently open. Please contact us only if you are IMMEDIATELY available on a 100% reliable basis. A "rain-check" for future possibilities is beyond the scope of our interest - applicants intending to give notice to a current employer need not apply. Conflicting life distractions and conditions, intrusive family matters or extracurricular "interests" rule out your consideration. In short, you must have an impeccable work ethic and be ready to start right away, or don't bother.
No Out-Of-State applicants. And if you are currently employed, stay there.
$21/HOUR BASE, WITH INCREASE AFTER THE FIRST MONTH IF YOU PROVE YOURSELF TO BE JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED. WE PAY WHAT WE CAN AFFORD AND YOU JUSTIFY. OPEN TO SALARY FOR THE RIGHT PERSON.
Salary : $21