Office Assistant
Service Employees International Union, Local 1
Chicago, IL

SEIU Local 1 has been on the cutting edge of building the power of low-wage workers in service industries and fighting for economic, racial, immigrant and environmental justice. We are now hiring an Office Assistant in Chicago.

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.

· Manage calendars, coordinate meetings and manage expense reports.

· Follow office procedures accurately and consistently.

· Handle communication, written and orally, with members and staff.

· Maintain current, accurate and easily accessible files.

· Assist with travel arrangements

· Provide back-up for other administrative assistants when necessary.

· Help ensure meetings are structured and thoroughly planned.

· Work closely with Director of Operations

· 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).

· 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.

· Strong communication skills including the ability to compose business correspondence.

· The ability to make and follow through on a work plan.

· The ability to work 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

· Second language a significant plus.

SALARY & BENEFITS

· Salary is competitive.

· Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan and paid vacation.