Job Description
Join Detroit Community Services as a Local Administrative Assistant and become the backbone of our mission-driven team! We're seeking a highly organized professional to support our community-focused initiatives with precision and passion. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make tangible impact in Detroit's neighborhoods.
Why You'll Love Working Here: Collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving your local community directly.
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating logistics for community events
- Handle incoming communications, including phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries with exceptional professionalism
- Maintain accurate digital and physical records using Microsoft Office Suite and proprietary databases
- Process administrative tasks including data entry, report generation, and document preparation
- Coordinate office operations, inventory management, and vendor communications
- Support community outreach initiatives through material preparation and event coordination
- Assist with onboarding new staff and volunteers with thorough orientation processes
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree in business administration preferred
- Minimum 3 years of administrative support experience in community-focused or municipal settings
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with customer service excellence
- Experience with scheduling software and database management systems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion