Overview
Program Assistant Jobs in San Diego, CA at Child Development Associates
Employment Type: Full-Time l Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate: $25.36 (equivalent to $52,748.80 annually)
About CDA:
CDA is a community based, multiservice non-profit agency with over 300 employees dedicated to creating positive change in our local community. Our mission is to empower and promote the well-being of families, child care providers, and the greater community through financial and support services.
Purpose of Role:
As a Program Assistant, you will perform a wide variety of clerical, administrative, and/or casework duties to support program operations. This entry-level position provides an opportunity to receive on-the-job training in the basic skills required for the role and perform routine, repetitive support functions for the program.
Who We’re Looking For:
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a willingness to learn and ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Is capable of using office equipment such as copy machines, fax machines, scanners, postal meters, folding and binding machines, and file cabinets in a safe and efficient manner.
- Has basic knowledge and use of Adobe, Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook and Zoom.
- Can provide prompt, efficient, and responsive service; and communicate and treat all individuals with dignity and respect, responding in a cooperative, solution-oriented manner.
- Can maintain professional relationships and avoid conflicts of interest.
- Understands and respects diversity in the workplace/community, showing consideration by communicating tactfully and sensitively at all times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operates office equipment including copiers, fax machines, postal meters, and machines, scanners and calculators.
- Maintains filing system according to established policies and procedures.
- Responsible for mail processing, which includes picking up, sorting, prioritizing, and routing incoming mail to the appropriate person, preparing outgoing mail and dropping off.
- Participate in one-site and off-site learning opportunities such as workshops, conferences, staff meetings and trainings Zoom.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma; any education, training and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
- Must have willingness to learn and ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to use copy, fax, scanners, postal meters, folding and binding machines, and file cabinets in a safe and efficient manner.
- Ability to provide prompt, efficient, and responsive service; and to communicate and treat all individuals with dignity and respect, responding in a cooperative, solution-oriented manner.
- Must be able to maintain professional relationships and avoid conflicts of interest. Ability to understand and respect diversity in the workplace/community, showing consideration by communicating tactfully and sensitively at all times.
Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday—Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Benefits:
- Medical | Dental | Vision – 80% paid by the employer in the first year, and 100% thereafter
- Ongoing Training and Staff Development opportunities
- Flexible Spending Account
- Legal Service Plans Available
- Paid Holidays, Sick Pay, and Vacation Time
- Additional Vacation Days – Earn up to 5 bonus days after 3 years, and up to 15 bonus days after 10 years.
- Long-Term Disability
- Group and Voluntary Life Insurance Plan
- Annual Employer Contribution Plan and Employee 401(k) Contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
Title: Program Assistant
Company: Child Development Associates
Location: San Diego, CA
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