Administrative, Assistant - Temporary Part-time

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
The Administrative Assistant performs a variety of administrative duties for the Midland Community Church.
General Administration
Perform general office duties such as answers and screens telephone and directs enquires and answers inquires; photocopies and distributes materials as requested; and sends and receives fax/email material as requested; Draft and type correspondences or generates reports (e.g. dictation, acknowledgements); checks typing for accuracy.
Draft and distribute thank you letters to volunteers and donors.
Maintain database (e.g., volunteer information, contact lists, inventory, hours worked); may input data into The Salvation Army Management Information System – S.A.Draft and prepare church bulletins, presentations, brochures, fliers, advertisements, invitations, certificates subject to Corps Officer approval (e.g., Open and distribute in-coming mail and processes out-going mail including materials of a confidential nature; Order all stationery supplies and maintains adequate office supplies and other supplies as needed (Community Family Services supplies); Maintains postage machine and arranges for maintenance of office equipment.
Ensure that all financial information is input to the proper accounts following the SA policy and procedures.
Perform duties such as issuing donor receipts for income tax purposes; Serve as custodian of gift cards – ensuring journal entries are made and verifying the inventory; This is a temporary part-time position based on 30 hours per week.
The work environment is typically in a general office setting in generally agreeable conditions.
This job requires using a computer frequently, working in a sitting position for periods of time and required to lift 10 pounds.
Completed two (2) years of Community College, preferably the completion of a certificate in Business Administration will be considered as an asset.
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products is required, particularly Microsoft 365.
Minimum of two (2) years of prior related experience, including administrative experience and experience dealing with office equipment and tools.

Attention to detail, ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks and the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Proficient in office procedures, i.e., telephone, photocopier, scanner, etc.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with the public, both in person and on the telephone.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.