Administrative Assistant/Runner (Full-Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Administrative Assistant / Runner (Full-Time)

Industry: Non-profit organization specializing in SBA 504 loans

Compensation: Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience plus a comprehensive benefits package (see below for details)

Location: Tallahassee, FL (in-office)

Summary of Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1)+ years of experience in an administrative or clerical position
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Available to work in-office Monday - Friday, approximately 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Available to travel with some work-related overnights required

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About us: Florida First Capital Finance Corporation (FFCFC) is a self-sufficient non-profit organization with headquarters in Tallahassee, FL and other offices across Florida, Alabama and Georgia. When applying for a new job, we feel that it's important for you to know about the workplace culture. You can read about Our Story on our website. At FFCFC, our mission is to drive economic development and job creation by helping small business access capital through SBA, U.S. Treasury and state loan programs. We are especially proud of our goal of increasing lending assistance to underserved businesses and communities. FFCFC is a stable and growing non-profit organization, and we have a lot of pride in our achievements and in our mission. Our workplace is a smaller office environment, so you get to know everyone in the office (i.e. you won't just be a "number").

About this position: We are seeking a reliable, well-organized, and adaptable Administrative Assistant/Runner to join our team. This position is based in our Tallahassee, FL office and reports to the Corporate Administration team. The Administrative Assistant/Runner will handle a variety of tasks that will have long-term business value to the company, as well as other basic office/staff support and special projects. Proven successful experience with general administration duties is required.

We are specifically looking for someone who:

• Is a team player who enjoys collaborating
• Is reliable and can be counted on
• Enjoys days filled with a variety of tasks
• Double checks their work and takes pride in producing quality results
• Understands the value a strong support staff brings to a company
• Is looking for more than just a "job" and wants a stable career with a growing organization
• Wants to work for an organization that has a higher purpose than simply making a profit
• Currently lives in Tallahassee, FL or is willing to relocate here

If these qualities describe you, please read on!

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Essential Functions of the Administrative Assistant/Runner:

• Completing general administrative office assistance including picking up and delivering mail, running errands, and picking up staff lunches
• Performing courier services, including transporting CEO and other team members to various appointments generally within Tallahassee but occasionally on longer distance trips
• Answering incoming phone calls
• Recording incoming/outgoing mail
• Completing scheduled grounds maintenance tasks
• Completing additional special projects as needed by the company

Requirements

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has 1+ years of administration experience
• Possesses a keen attention to detail
• Is a team player who enjoys collaborating and working with others
• Can multitask and prioritize projects based on changing needs
• Possesses strong organizational skills
• Is available to work full-time Monday - Friday from approximately 8:00am to 5:00pm in our Tallahassee, FL office, but also willing to undertake work-related travel that may include an overnight stay
• Can pass a rigorous criminal background check
• Can regularly lift 15 - 50 pounds
• Prior experience as a courier or driver is preferred but not required

Benefits

Here at FFCFC, we understand that highly satisfied employees are key to a thriving business. This is why we offer:

• A competitive annual salary based on experience and qualifications
• A generous annual contribution to a simple IRA account based on the organization's financial performance
• A workplace culture that supports collaboration, teamwork, training, and professional growth
• A tight team environment where you get to know all of your colleagues (i.e. you're not just a number)
• Health insurance through Capital Health Plan (Tallahassee) or Florida Blue (100% employer paid for the employee, partial or up to full coverage for family)
• Dental insurance that is 100% employer-paid
• Optional vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
• Voluntary flexible spending account (FSA)
• 12 vacation days and 10 sick days accrued each year
• Seven (7) paid holidays each year
• Occasional remote work can be discussed

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If you think you’d be a good fit, we’d love to see you apply!

When applying, please upload your resume and a cover letter that includes contact information (email addresses or phone numbers) for three professional references. Note that all communication will be done via email, so be sure to check your inbox and spam folder regularly. You do not need to contact our office about the status of your application; if we are interested in having you proceed through our applicant vetting process, we will contact you by email.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are ADA compliant and an E-verify employer.