Administrative Assistant: $36,000 - $42,000
Wichita Area Builders Association (WABA)
730 N. Main, Wichita, KS | Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Help Shape the Future of Housing in South Central Kansas
The Wichita Area Builders Association (WABA) has represented the residential construction industry for more than 75 years. We serve hundreds of members—including builders, remodelers, contractors, suppliers, and industry professionals—working together to promote quality housing, advocate for our industry, and strengthen our communities.
We're seeking an organized, personable, and dependable Administrative Assistant to become the welcoming face of our association. This position plays a vital role in ensuring our office operates smoothly while providing exceptional service to members, visitors, volunteers, and staff.
If you enjoy working with people, staying organized, and being part of a collaborative team that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Description
As Administrative Assistant, you'll support the daily operations of the Association by:
- Greeting members, guests, and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
- Answering and directing incoming phone calls.
- Providing exceptional customer service to members and the public.
- Managing incoming and outgoing mail and office correspondence.
- Maintaining office supplies, inventory, and common areas.
- Manage WABA’s monthly newsletter.
- Organize claims made to WABA through our Grievance & Ethics Committee.
- Scheduling conference rooms and assisting with meeting logistics.
- Creating Zoom meetings and supporting hybrid meetings when needed.
- Preparing meeting materials for Board, committee, and council meetings.
- Recording and distributing meeting minutes as assigned.
- Assisting with document preparation, filing, and data entry.
- Supporting staff with administrative projects and special events.
- Running local errands on behalf of the Association.
- Performing other administrative duties that help support the organization and its members.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams).
- Comfortable learning new software systems.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional local errands.
Preferred:
- Associate's degree or additional administrative training.
- Spanish-English bilingual proficiency.
- Two or more years of administrative, office, receptionist, or customer service experience.
- Experience working for a nonprofit, trade association, chamber of commerce, or membership organization.
- Experience coordinating meetings or events.
Benefits
WABA offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Business mileage reimbursement
- A supportive and collaborative workplace culture
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit each of the below to [email protected];
- Resume
- Brief cover letter describing why you’re interested in joining WABA
- Two contacts that can serve as references.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
The Wichita Area Builders Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $36,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
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Work Location: In person
