Akron Zoological Park

Akron Zoological Park Job Posting

Administrative Assistant

Date: June 12, 2017

Position Description:

The Akron Zoo is looking for an Administrative Assistant whose responsibilities will be comprised of providing general administrative and program/project management support for the Communications Department and the Development Department. This position will also provide special event and project assistance.

Daily operations of the departments include data entry, record keeping, mail processing, taking meeting minutes and responding to customer comments and inquiries. Must have strong communicate skills and customer service experience.  The key responsibilities include o Program and project management including donation program and community days ticket program o Managing reservations for select marketing and development events o Daily operational support including calendar and meeting coordination, customer service, oversight of zoo-wide printed materials and purchase order requisitions o Prepare and manage correspondence to donors o Assist with special events and projects as assigned

The Administrative Assistant may be assigned to work evenings and some weekends to assist with special events and programs.

Qualifications:

The candidate must have an Associate’s Degree in office management or relevant field. Must have 5-7 years’ administrative experience. Must have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of MS office, POS, and donor management software.

The Akron Zoo is a Drug-Free Workplace and an EOE.

This is a full-time, salaried-exempt position with benefits. Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail, mail or fax to: Human Resources, Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Avenue, Akron, OH 44307; fax 330-374-8939; e-mail [email protected] Open until filled.

Applicant’s cover letter must include:  Reason for interest in position  Summary of experience relevant to position  Leadership philosophy  Salary requirements

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Job will be posted until June 30, 2017.