Community Service Worker/ Administrative Associate

Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity•Burlington, VT

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Chittenden Community Action, a program of Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity, seeks an experienced and professional Administrative Associate for our Burlington office. This position is responsible for performing a variety of administrative functions and support relating to Community Action in order to ensure that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner. Duties may include fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, data entry, creating spreadsheets and presentations, filing, and faxing. Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities and strong communication skills.

Requirements

Associates Degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in business or human services or combination of education and experience in human services or other appropriate disciplines which include 2-4 years related experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
Experience with data base entry; spreadsheets and Microsoft Office.
Proficient in basic office technology
Effective organizational, computer, verbal and written communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.
Guard the confidentiality and security of client information.
Ability to interact pleasantly and effectively with the public, staff, and volunteers.
Must be willing and able to work well with a diverse population and have a strong interest in and commitment to the overall needs and problems of low income and homeless families.