OABA Hiring Part-Time Administrative Assistant

The Ohio AgriBusiness Association is seeking to hire a part-time Administrative Assistant for the office in Columbus, Ohio. 

Position Summary: Responsible for various daily office activities to ensure smooth operations and performing related administrative duties to support the association’s mission and goals.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinates and monitors office operations, office supply inventory and office equipment to ensure association standards and requirements are sufficiently met on a daily basis.
• Identifies goals/objectives for office operations and works with the Director of Business Operations (DBO) to identify the resources (staff, equipment, funds) required to attain the end results.
• Performs general office and administrative functions such as filing, copying, mailings, check scanning, basic bookkeeping processes, and other special projects as assigned.
• Monitors office procedures and resolves problems through collaboration with pertinent contacts, and implements changes as needed.
• Utilizes WebSuite2™ association management software and WebSuite2™ website management software to maintain accurate association member, vendor and other professional relationships including, but not limited to, member company updates, event registrations and sponsorships.
• Identifies and/or resolves issues and problems related to member or customer service.
• Assists in event and project management of various ongoing and annual programming.
• Schedules appointments and office meetings as needed.
• Coordinates event and conference registrations, travel and other accommodation arrangements as needed.
• Ensures the efficient operation of all office equipment by performing minor service duties and arranges for routine and necessary maintenance as needed.
• Maintains the office supply inventory and orders additional supplies as needed.
• Troubleshoots and helps resolve computer and information technology problems by communicating with DBO and IT vendors.
• Identifies and performs as an integral member of the association team, supporting and leading efforts as appropriate or identified by the CEO.
• Coordinates and oversees the completion of special projects and performs other related duties as needed.

Skills

• Detail oriented.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to analyze information and deal with complexity.
• Proficient skills with e-mail communications and Microsoft Office applications. Dependable, punctual, and a team player.
• Capacity to interface with senior-level business professionals.

Minimum Educational Experience Qualifications:

Associates Degree or equivalent in business or office management from a two-year college or technical school and four to six years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Skill Qualifications:

• Prior experience in office management required with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Prior experience using WebSuite2™ association management software and WebSuite2™ website management software.
• Prior experience using Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel, Outlook and Word. A strong understanding of the history and purpose of associations.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in business or public administration from a four-year college or university.
• 10+ years related experience.

How to Apply: Interested individuals should email a resume to Chris Henney at chenney@oaba.net by May 14.