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Administrative Assistant

2/4/2026

The Administrative Assistant will manage day-to-day office needs and serve as the point of contact between various staff and contractors. Responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and assisting with client enrollment and organizational records.

Salary

50000 - 60000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
The Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) is a place-based nonprofit community development corporation in South Los Angeles. Mission & History Our mission is to better sustain, coordinate, and improve local planning, development, and community services that address the needs of low-income and working-class residents and small businesses of South Los Angeles. Our work is rooted in a philosophy of coalition-building and collaboration with residents and other stakeholders to jointly create a lasting impact in the community. We focus on three program areas in conjunction with the development of affordable and permanent supportive housing: - Workforce for Adults and Youth - Housing and Support Services - Entrepreneur and Small Business Services Founded in January 2005 by neighborhood residents and community leaders, our goal is to strengthen the economic vitality of South Los Angeles and improve the quality of life for youth and the community. CRCD received its federal tax-exempt status as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation in December 2005. Fiscal sponsorship and operational support were generously provided by the Los Angeles Conservation Corps through July 2006. Today, CRCD is committed to our mission and moving forward with a dedicated board of directors, advisory board, and staff. CRCD is funded by a combination of grants, earned income, and generous donations.
About the Role

Description

The Administrative Assistant will manage day-to-day office needs. We are a small non-profit in a busy office with a large constituency. Duties of the Administrative Assistant include providing support to our managers and employees, assisting in daily office needs, and managing our company’s general administrative activities. This position would be, in addition, an excellent introduction to the field of small business development.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as point of contact between the Program Director, Program Manager, and internal staff, and IT/HR/Finance contractors.
  • Monitor, assess, respond to, take messages, and distribute incoming communications
  • Manage and maintain staff schedules, and appointments.
  • Arrange and coordinate meetings and events, including follow ups and reminders
  • Assist with managing events
  • Manage organizational records and documents: file/retrieve documents and reference materials, maintain databases
  • Review operating practices and implement improvements where necessary
  • Assist clients with enrollment forms, collection of supporting documents, and initial intake assessment.
  • Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques
  • Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
  • General office administrative duties: monitor office supplies, data entry, scan, copy, file, create/audit case files, etc.)
  • Promote a positive, collaborative work environment and culture of accountability.
  • Uphold CRCD’s Mission/Vision and 5 Year Strategic Plan.

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2-5 years’ experience as an administrative assistant, or in other secretarial position, or 4-year degree in business management (BA or BS)
  • At minimum 1-year of working experience with Salesforce.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Coursework or Associate (AAS) Degree or Certification in Business Office Administration or related discipline
  • Able to learn quickly and work effectively with a wide range of communities and with minimal supervision.
  • Reliable, flexible team player who works well with minimal supervision, who has a good work ethic, and an ability to set and maintain personal boundaries.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines.
  • Full comprehension of office management systems and procedures
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Excellent interpersonal, listening, written and verbal communication skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Knowledge of basic communications and administrative management
  • Reliable transportation: valid driver's license, and car insurance as required by law, as appropriate.
  • Must display professional and appropriate telephone and email etiquette
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends may also be required.
  • Local travel to run errands may also be required.
  • This role is not a work from home position. This role reports to the office 5 days a week. 


Bilingual English/Spanish required


SALARY RANGE

$50,000-$60,000 annually


BENEFITS

CRCD is in the top 10% for excellent benefits for non-profits with an array of benefits available including:

  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • On-Demand training memberships to bolster professional development
  • Dental/Vision/ 85% employer-paid & 40% dependent paid Medical Insurance
  • 401k eligibility from day one & up to 3% matching after one year
  • 529 Educational Savings Plan from Principle
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Whole life insurance with cash benefits
  • Identity Theft Protection and Legal Services
  • Discount pet insurance through ASPCA
  • Generous work/life balance

All candidates are subject to pass background check conducted by Los Angeles County. CRCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the EEO/ADA Coordinator. EEO /ADA Coordinator contact: Veronica Garcia (213) 743-6193


Key Skills
Organizational SkillsPlanning SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailSalesforceOffice ManagementData EntryEvent ManagementClient AssistanceTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingTime ManagementRecord ManagementCustomer ServiceBilingual
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Benefits
Paid HolidaysOn-Demand Training MembershipsDental/VisionMedical Insurance401k529 Educational Savings PlanFlexible Spending AccountShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityAccident & Hospital IndemnityWhole Life InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionLegal ServicesDiscount Pet Insurance
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