Now Hiring | Office Administrative Clerk
PURPOSE:
· To serve as the confidential Office Administrative Clerk for the Synod of the Northeast.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
· The Office Administrative Clerk is accountable to the Transitional Synod Leader and to the Manager of Finance as supervisor to office staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· This role provides administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the office.
· Answers phone and forwards calls to appropriate staff. Responds to questions raised by phone and email regarding dates, services, Synod programs, policies, and other calendar items.
· Organizes and schedules appointments and meetings for Transitional Synod Leader and Stated Clerk.
· Participates in the production and distribution of communications.
· Writes and edits documents and reports.
· Creates and maintains filing systems both electronic and physical.
· Maintains the mailing database.
· Process travel vouchers.
· Manages all incoming/outgoing mail.
· Manages the info@synodne.org email.
RELATIONSHIPS:
· While working primarily on behalf of the Transitional Synod Leader, the Office Administrative Clerk will work in collaboration with other staff to fulfill the needs of the Synod.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Previous Office Administrative Clerk experience preferred in governing body and social service agencies.
· Possess skill in maintaining sensitive and confidential information.
· Skills in verbal and written communication, including Windows-based computer operations, spreadsheets, and working knowledge of office practices and procedures.
· Initiate good judgement, and the ability to assume support responsibilities both independent of and in cooperation with all members and staff.
· Willingness to obtain a working knowledge of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), but not required to be a member of the denomination.
· Ability to foster a multi-cultural and multi-racial environment and in working with persons in diverse settings (urban, suburban, rural culture).
EVALUATION:
· The Office Administrative Clerk will be evaluated in accordance with the Personnel Policies and Practices of the Synod including probationary, annual, and comprehensive reviews.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
· The Office Administrative Clerk is a non-exempt part-time position up to 20 hours per week. The position is non-virtual and located in East Syracuse, New York. The position continuation is subject to satisfactory performance reviews. In accordance with New York State Law, this position is an “at will” employment.