The position can be based in Kenwood, IL and/or Joliet, IL

Under the supervision of the Community Based Family Services (CBFS) Executive Director, the Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support by performing complex and long-term administrative projects; additional responsibilities include preparing correspondence, arranging conference calls, scheduling meetings, conducting research, making travel arrangements, and preparing reports; responsibilities require advanced use of discretion, initiative, problem-solving skills, and independent judgment; may also train and supervise other clerical staff.

Qualifications

Education

• Associates Degree or equivalent; BA/BS preferred

Experience

• 4 years of experience or more in a similar work environment supporting and reporting to a senior executive

Other

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record with One Hope United required level of coverage for Auto Insurance 100/50/100.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Job Duties Include:

• Arranges and maintains the executive schedule
• Managing and supporting ED in scheduling, program projects, being the link to summarize and create projects
• Arranges and schedules department and interdepartmental meetings as appropriate and prepares meeting minutes
• Support correspondence of department needs, including preparation and distribution of reports/data to appropriate personnel( leaders and program staff as needed)
• Maintains confidential reports and records as required
• Initiates type and distributes correspondence as determined by department needs, including preparation and distribution of reports/data to appropriate personnel.
• Update appropriate personnel changes in UKG (supervisor change, job title change, allocations, salary change,)
• Support in training and efficiency of all behavioral health administrative office staff support
• Opens, sorts, processes, and distributes incoming correspondence, check requests, and invoices as appropriate.
• Arranges travel for the Executive Director.
• Accepts and screens incoming phone calls for the Executive Director as appropriate.
• Manages logistics of departmental or other large-scale meetings including invitation lists, RSVPs, seating charts, and caterers.
• Receives, processes, facilitates, and disseminates information between the Behavioral Health Line of Service and other lines, internal staff, and the general public; maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information; ensures timely responses as necessary.
• Directs and assigns work to other offices clerical personnel; serves as a resource regarding applicable rules, regulations, and policies and procedures; serves as a backup for other departments secretarial/clerical positions
• Assists in the development and monitoring of the department budget; establishes open accounts

Required Skills

We Invest In You!

• Tuition assistance up to $2500 per year
• Up to 4 weeks paid Vacation Days; up to 6 paid Personal Days and up to 5 paid Sick days annually
• Medical, dental, vision, 403b Retirement, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and short-term disability options
• Agency paid life up to $50K based on salary
• Voluntary Supplemental Life for Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
• Voluntary Legal Plans
• Agency paid long term after 1 year of employment
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities

A Different Kind Of Employer One Hope United is strong and ready to grow. Are you ready to grow with us?

• 800 talented professionals strong, serving 10,000 children and families in Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Florida
• Fiscally stable, $50 Million agency- strong since 1895
• Energetic leadership and a rich community of support

One Hope United does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. One Hope United is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. OHU participates in eVerify.

In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from One Hope United, you will be required to share proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. The requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

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