Join The Highland Center Team

About the Position:
The Highland Center is a 501c3 in Monterey, Virginia that maintains a 100-year-old facility for community use. We also run programs to support youth development, local foods, and social opportunities. We are seeking to add a Facilities and Administrative Assistant to our small team to help insure the smooth operation and maintenance of our facility.  

As the Facilities and Administrative Assistant you will play a critical role at The Highland Center. You will serve as the primary point of contact for tenants and contractors, insuring that the needs of our tenants are met and that our building is properly maintained. You will also assist with the running of the organization by assisting other team members with daily operations and routine tasks such as answering phone calls, filing, and managing calendars.

This job will pay between $16-$20 per hour (based on experience) and offers a 20-hour work week. There can be some flexibility in scheduling work hours.

Responsibilities:
Facilities Management
-    Oversee building and grounds maintenance
-    Contact and hire vendors and contractors
-    Connect with tenants weekly about building needs/concerns
-    Build list of volunteers willing to assist with facility needs
-    Conduct and document regular facilities inspections

Administrative Duties
-    Provide support in day to day operations
-    Reply to email, telephone, or face-to-face inquiries
-    Check and order office supplies
-    Maintain digital and paper files
-    Assist with website and social media updates
-    Help manage calendar of events
-    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
-    Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
-    Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
-    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-    Strong organizational and planning skills
-    Good computer skills and proficiency in MS Office
-    High school diploma or equivalent
-    Must be able to bend, reach, and climb stairs

Job Details:
-    20-hour work week
-    Flexible hours within the time frame of Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
-    Weekend and evening work will be required as events may dictate.
-    Paid time off
-    $16-$20 per hour based on experience

To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and resume to Elizabeth Lohr-Myers at director@thehighlandcenter.org.  Inquiries should be directed to Elizabeth at the email address above or at 540-468-1922