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THOMPSON RIVER ANIMAL SHELTER Office Assistant in THOMPSON FALLS, Montana
Summary: P/T position Performs administrative and office support activities for TRACS (Thompson River Animal Shelter) Essential Duties and Functions Administrative Duties - Create and maintain filing system for Administrative Office - Data entry, including donor and volunteer databases - Managing voicemail and relay messages to appropriate staff - Software skills (MS Office), as well as Internet research abilities - Communication skills, both oral and written - Prepare reports and field phone calls, as needed People Care - Provide professional service to customers, visitors and volunteers while promoting and educating the public on the organizations mission, services, programs and activities. - Direct visitors and customers to the appropriate areas of the facility. - Model and encourage the humane treatment of animals. - Accept and acknowledge the receipt of donations and gifts from members of the public and other organizations. - Represent the organization is a positive manner by maintaining a professional appearance and exhibiting a professional attitude. Facility Care - Ensure that the Administrative Office, workstations and equipment are kept clean, organized, and in working order. - Restock supplies as needed. - Notify when purchase of additional supplies is needed. - Adhere to organizational guidelines and policies for cleaning, disinfection and disease control. Physical Requirements and Work Environment - Work performed in an office setting. - Subject to possibility for animal bites and scratches. . Qualifications - High School Diploma or equivalent or higher. - Excellent Customer Service Skills. - Available to work flexible scheduling if required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Commitment to the mission, values, goals and successes of TRACS - Highly motivated, outgoing, polite and professional manner. - Team player, able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment. - Compassion for animals, comfortable working with and around animals in the shelter environment.