Primarily Primates, Inc. (PPI) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.
Office Assistant
The office assistant is responsible for assisting the Office & Development Manager and the Executive Director with general clerical and administrative tasks and with sustaining office workflow. Tasks include but are not limited to: maintaining organization and cleanliness of the office, using and maintaining office equipment, utilizing various computer programs and software, and acting as ambassador to any visitors, donors, or volunteers.
Duties may include any of the following:
*Opening the Office, turning on lights and stocking supplies, especially in the kitchen and bathroom
*Answering and directing phone calls, taking messages, and returning phone calls regarding general inquiries
*Assisting with inventory of office supplies and paper products
*Retrieving mail and distributing to the appropriate person or department
*Maintaining office cleanliness with light dusting, sweeping, and trash removal
*Greeting donors, volunteers, contractors, and vendors, directing each to the appropriate staff member
*Copying, scanning, faxing, sending documents using commercial copier
*Data entry and word processing using various programs and software
*Organizing digital and physical files, including alphabetizing, scanning, and destroying
*Any and all other duties as assigned
Office Assistant Requirements:
- Proven success in office organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time-management and multitasking abilities
- Proficiency with office applications, and aptitude for learning new software and systems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of company information
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Experience with nonprofit organizations
- Experience in helping to develop internal processes and filing systems
- Ability to move 50 pounds, bend, stretch, and walk for extended periods
Pay: $14.50 - $15.00 per hour
Experience:
- Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- San Antonio, TX 78255 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
