The Oregon Chapter Sierra Club seeks an energetic person with a passion for environmental issues and working towards solutions to fill our part-time (24 hours per week) administrative assistant position.

The Administrative Assistant performs administrative and general office duties, coordinates Chapter activities, events and meetings, interacts with volunteers, assists with Chapter bookkeeping, and responds to routine inquires from members, volunteers, and the general public. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant will use the Chapter’s database to recruit office volunteers.

Job Activities:

1. Provides clerical and administrative support to Chapter Director, Executive Committee and volunteer leaders.

2. Handles bookkeeping duties including the processing of payables and receivables at the direction of the Chapter Treasurer. Maintains records of expenses and income.

3. Maintains files and databases including the mailing lists, activist lists, membership, volunteers and contributors.

4. Responds to routine inquiries concerning membership, outings and other events from the general public, members, and volunteers. Routes other calls as appropriate.

5. Coordinates Chapter meetings, preparation of agenda and takes minutes as needed. Maintains Chapter calendar.

6. Maintains office supplies, equipment and computer systems. Contacts vendors for repairs and maintenance. Ensures office is organized and clean.

7. Assists in the recruitment and organizing of volunteers. Refers interested members to appropriate committees and volunteer leaders.

8. Assists in the organization of Chapter events.

9. Reviews and routes incoming mail. Responds to inquiries as appropriate by sending membership information, environmental issues, Chapter schedules and events.

10. May conduct routine research on specific issues. May assist in publishing newsletter.

11. Performs miscellaneous duties as directed.

Knowledge & Skills:

-- Proficiency with computer programs including word processors, spreadsheets, and database. Experience with website development preferred.

-- Excellent written and oral communication skills

-- Self-starter with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and effectively multi-task

-- Ability to interact effectively with volunteers, members, staff and the general public. Experience working with volunteers.

-- Bookkeeping experience is desired, but not mandatory.

-- Positive outlook and sense of humor

The position pays $14 per hour, is health benefits eligible, has an employer paid pension plan and an optional 401(k) plan as well as paid vacation.

Interested persons are invited to send a resume and cover letter to Jill Workman, Oregon Chapter Chair, at 2950 SE Stark Street, Suite 110, Portland, OR 97214 or to workmanjm@aol.com with the subject line OREGON CHAPTER APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS DUE BY AUGUST 29, 2008.