Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from ACTION-Housing, Inc.
Job overview
The Administrative Assistant role at ACTION-Housing, Inc. supports the Property Manager at Crafton Towers to help provide quality affordable housing and improve clients' lives.
Responsibilities and impact
The assistant will handle clerical tasks such as processing applications, mailings, recertifications, showing vacant units, filing, answering phones, and supporting Property Management staff.
Experience and skills
Requires a high school education or equivalent, experience with financial matters, computer skills, and ability to interact with diverse people.
Work environment and culture
ACTION-Housing is a mission-driven non-profit focused on serving underserved populations in Southwestern Pennsylvania, promoting self-sufficiency.
Company information
ACTION-Housing, Inc. is Pittsburgh’s largest non-profit housing developer since 1957, serving seniors, veterans, disabled individuals, and youths aging out of foster care.
Team overview
The candidate will support the Property Manager and Property Management staff at Crafton Towers.
Job location and travel
The position is part-time and located at Crafton Towers in Pittsburgh, PA.
Company overview
ACTION-Housing, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions and supportive services to low-income individuals and families in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Established in 1957, the organization focuses on housing development, energy conservation, and housing counseling to help residents achieve stability and self-sufficiency. They generate revenue through government grants, private donations, and partnerships with other community organizations. Notable initiatives include the creation of accessible housing for people with disabilities and the development of energy-efficient housing projects.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight clerical and administrative support skills, emphasizing experience with application processing, filing, and customer interaction relevant to the Administrative Assistant role at ACTION-Housing, Inc.
Showcase your ability to handle financial matters and computer proficiency, as these are key requirements for supporting the Property Manager at Crafton Towers.
Apply through multiple channels including ACTION-Housing’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility for the part-time Administrative Assistant position.
Connect with current employees in the Property Management division at ACTION-Housing on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like asking about their experience working with underserved communities or inquiring about daily responsibilities at Crafton Towers.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'application processing,' 'recertification,' 'customer service,' and 'clerical support' to pass initial screenings effectively.
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