Company Overview
Painters and Allied Trades DC36 is a labor organization representing skilled craftsmen and craftswomen across industries such as painting, drywall finishing, glazing, floor covering, and tradeshow work throughout the region. We are dedicated to supporting our members and fostering a collaborative, professional environment.
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant/Dispatcher to join our team. This vital role combines front desk responsibilities with dispatching duties, ensuring smooth communication, efficient scheduling, and exceptional member support. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, tech-savvy, bilingual (English/Spanish preferred), and possess strong office management skills to help us deliver top-tier service to our members and employer partners.
Responsibilities
- Manage multi-line phone systems with professionalism, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills
- Providing friendly assistance and directing inquiries appropriately
- Schedule and dispatch tradespeople efficiently using computer software, ensuring timely job assignments
- Maintain accurate records through data entry, filing, and proofreading of documents
- Provide general clerical support
Qualifications
- Proven office experience with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace applications
- Excellent communication skills in English; bilingual ability in Spanish is a plus
- Familiarity with multi-line phone systems
- Strong computer literacy with the ability to manage data entry, filing, proofreading, and calendar management effectively
- Previous clerical or administrative experience in a fast-paced environment preferred
- Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently
- Must work well independently and with a team
Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to excellence! This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your administrative skills while supporting a respected organization dedicated to craftsmanship.
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
