Texas Rising Administrative Assistant
The Texas Freedom Network (TFN) seeks a part-time Texas Rising Administrative Assistant based in Austin, Texas. Texas Rising (TXR) is a project of the Texas Freedom Network, a statewide grassroots organization that is building an informed and effective movement of young Texans working toward equality and social justice.
The TXR Administrative Assistant will oversee a variety of administrative and logistical tasks to support the TXR department. The primary responsibilities of the TXR Administrative Assistant will be to provide administrative support to TXR leadership, support program logistics for major events and orders, and general organizational collaboration with the administrative team. The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to organize, coordinate, and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities. The TXR Administrative Assistant will report to the Senior Office Manager.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist with TXR Leadership calendars and schedule meetings
Make travel accommodation arrangements
Assist with events and staff gatherings (venue search, food order, tech-set up)
Assist with training new staff on necessary software (Quickbooks Time)
Assist with major orders for office supplies and products for program staff
Assist in production of materials, guides, and trainings
Support with part-time hour approvals and student leader stipend approvals
Support with with facilities admin tasks related to Austin office and remote storage units/offices
Assist with logistics for in-person staff trainings
Qualifications and Skills
At least one year of professional administrative experience
A basic comfort with technology and willingness for additional training
Must be detail-oriented and possess very strong organizational skills
Proficiency with Google suite, QuickBooks Time a plus
Ability to work around 4-6 hours a day for 4-5 days a week
Ability to work well with a team, take direction and feedback, and share skills and knowledge
Ability to work with minimal supervision; self-motivated
We have a preference for this position to be based out of the Austin-area, but we can be flexible with a remote work schedule.
Pay & Benefits
$21 per hour
$90 monthly remote work stipend
Paid sick time
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Texas Freedom Network is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages people of color, ethnic minorities, women, and individuals from the LGBTQ community to apply.