Program Assistant (Csbg / Liheap)

This is a Full-Time Non-Civil Service position with medical, dental, pension and insurance benefits. The position is under direct supervision of the Community Services Director (CSBG / LIHEAP) The position provides administrative assistance and support for the Community Services Director and administrative staff. Performs related duties as required. This is a non-supervisory classification.

CSBG - Community Services Block Grant

LIHEAP - Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

Typical Duties:

• Responsible for administrative support including, but not limited to, answering correspondence and telephones, plan meetings, and schedule appointments.
• Responsible for document preparation, printing, collation and distribution.
• Process, monitor and maintain departmental purchase orders and requisitions.
• Complete special projects/assignments for the administrative staff in the operation of the program.
• Work closely with the Community Services Director to insure administrative procedures are followed.
• Complete work assignments accordingly in a timely fashion.
• Maintain necessary tracking of reports, grant submission dates, etc.
• Experience and knowledge working with data systems and data entry.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma and/ or GED plus two (2) years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience.

Valid Tennessee Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and operation of office software, computer equipment, and processing data.
Knowledge of proper office, reception, and phone etiquette.
Knowledge and operation of general office equipment.
Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment.
Ability to communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal courteously and respectfully with the public.
Ability to use independent judgment.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships.
Ability to handle confidential information.

HOW TO APPLY:
You can apply:
Online at www.nashville.gov

Please be advised that ALL candidates for ANY position with the Metropolitan Action Commission will be subject to a background check.
The Metropolitan Action Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
In compliance with Tennessee law, all applications are subject to public disclosure.
Requests for ADA accommodations should be directed to:
Rickie McQueen at (615) 862-8860 Ext. 70103

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,124.80 - $62,719.53 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adults
• Older adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person