Administrative Assistant

The Society of Professional Journalists, the largest and most diverse membership association for journalists in the nation, is seeking an Administrative Assistant. The ideal candidate will have at least one year working in an office environment, preferably for a membership organization.

The administrative assistant is responsible for incoming mail, outgoing shipments and phone coverage. In addition, the administrative assistant will maintain chapter communications and records and will enter accurate data in the database. Finally, the administrative assistant will provide support to the office staff.

We're looking for someone with integrity, creativity and a positive outlook to assist in growing the organization and serving society members.

Salary up to $24,000 depending upon experience. Excellent benefits including major medical, long and short term disability, life insurance, paid leave and 401(k) with six percent employer match.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and résumé via E-mail only to Associate Executive Director Chris Vachon at [Click here for email]. No telephone calls.

Send cover letter and résumé as E-mail attachments, not in body of E-mail.

The search will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Society of Professional Journalists works to improve and protect journalism. SPJ is dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior. Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi, and based in Indianapolis, SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed public, works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists, and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press.
REQUIREMENTS
Requires excellent data entry skills, including a familiarity with Microsoft Office programs. Experience with database management software, spreadsheets, and word processing programs needed. Bookkeeping experience a plus. iMIS software experience a plus.Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.Ability to resolve routine problems independently.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.Travel to national convention required.Good organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple projects.Capable of working as part of an office team.At least one year of higher education (post-high school work). Additional work experience may be substituted.Persons of color are encouraged to apply.