Position Opening:
Administrative Assistant – Level 1
Want a career that makes a difference in your community?
Chinook Enterprises is seeking self-starters who enjoy networking and creative problem solving to support individuals with disabilities and other barriers to gain access to the workforce and the community.
OUR ORGANIZATION
Chinook Enterprises was founded in 1980. We are a non-profit designed to operate as a business, but with a social mission: supporting full participation in community life for people with disabilities or other barriers. Full participation must start with successful employment.
OUR GOAL
To help people live more productive and fulfilling lives by striving to gain competitive employment as well as inclusion in the community.
OUR ACTION
We demonstrate a positive environment to work, train, and provide service to our customers regardless of culture, age, gender, abilities, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, genetic information, socioeconomic status, and language of origin. We prioritize diversity education for our staff and stakeholders and regularly assess our employee, customer, and stakeholder demographics to improve our effectiveness.
TO APPLY
- We are committed to adding voices to our team that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), military veterans and spouses, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ identifying individuals, and those with work gaps to apply and help us in our vision to realize a community that celebrates inclusion and diversity through innovative leadership and partnerships.
- To learn more about us, the position and to apply, please visit https://chinookenterprises.org/careers-at-chinook
- Download our application and submit it with your Cover Letter and Resume through our website. Or apply in person at: Chinook Enterprises, 2026 Laventure Rd. Mt Vernon, WA 98273
POSITION SUMMARY
The Administrative Assistant – I supports business activities at the corporate, divisional or departmental level, through a variety of tasks including greeting and directing visitors and answering phone calls.
QUALIFICATIONS
For full job description with qualifications, please visit our website at https://chinookenterprises.org/careers-at-chinook/
Education & Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of one years’ experience in Administration or related experience required.
Skills & Abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with co-workers on projects requiring specific expertise or input
• Ability to answer multiple telephone lines quickly and politely.
• Knowledge of standard office procedures.
• Knowledge of office machine operation, inclusive of scanning, copier, fax, printers, and postage meter.
• Ability to make appropriate suggestions and process improvement for overall organization.
• Ability to adhere to corporate policies as detailed in the Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software with the ability to learn to utilize new technologies.
Other
• Required to submit and pass a Washington State Patrol background check as well as a DSHS background check.
• Must have, or obtain, a CPR/First Aid certification within six months of employment or current certification upon hire.
SALARY & BENEFITS
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Days & Hours: 11:00am – 1:00pm Monday – Friday (10 hours/week)
Level 1 Starting Wage: Starting Wage: $19.40 – $23.20 per hour DOE
Benefits: 10 paid holidays (prorated based on hours worked), 160 hours of paid vacation (prorated based on hours worked), paid sick leave and company provided mental fitness app Nivati. We have a great culture, flexibility, and offer training and development opportunities.
