Administrative Assistant - YWCA Apartments

Administrative Assistant

The John Stewart Company is a full-service housing management, development and consulting organization that began in 1978 with a commitment to providing high quality service in the affordable housing sector. We work to enrich the lives of our residents and employees, while delivering our services cost-effectively, efficiently and with the highest levels of professionalism, compassion, integrity and respect.

Under the direction of the Property Manager, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for assisting with the overall operation of the facility. They must relate well to people, have demonstrated sensitivity to and interest in the targeted clientele and exercise good judgment when interacting with residents, clients and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Basic administrative duties such as filing, copying, faxing, scanning, mailings and answering the phone.
• Conduct interviews for annual re-certification, complete re-certification related documents and maintain tracking log for tenants.
• Receive and prepare work orders and work order history files.
• Utilize Boston Post our property management software or relevant waiting list programs.
• Create and update spreadsheets, fliers, reports and other documents as requested.
• Manage schedules such as set up appointments and reminders.
• Complete data entry and projects in a timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to read, write and excellent communicate skills in English.
• A minimum of 2 years of administrative assistance experience.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to adapt to last-minute changes.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize to meet deadlines.