The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 750 FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people’s lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, can diligently work independently and in a collaborative environment, join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA County. Here, not only would your work have a real im... more details
Job Summary
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 750+ FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people’s lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, can diligently work independently and in a collaborative environment, join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA County. Here, not only would your work have a real impact on the community, but we also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
Created in 1993, LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles. As the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care, we coordinate and manage over $800 million annually in federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness. Under the direction of Executive Management, the Executive Assistant is responsible for assisting their assigned Executives and the Executive Support Services Unit in the smooth operations of the Executive Department by providing excellent administrative support to the CEO, C-Suite Executives, LAHSA Commission and Committees, and other special projects and requests as required. Key responsibilities include scheduling for assigned executives, coordinating internal and external meetings, preparing and editing correspondence, managing the executive office files and retrieval system, and working directly with the executive and senior leadership team to follow up and track project progress. The Executive Assistant is responsible for effectively managing the calendar of assigned Executives, processing all correspondence to or from the Executives as well as opening and prioritizing all incoming information. They will also maintain records of all documentation, file materials, manage data entry and manage databases and other relevant data information related to the activities of LAHSA Executives.
The successful candidate will also be intelligent, self-motivated, detail oriented and skilled in priority setting and tracking and meeting deadlines. This position requires the ability to effectively follow through on projects to completion and work independently with minimal supervision. Exceptional expertise in working with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point is essential.
Essential Job Functions
Provides confidential administrative support to LAHSA Executives
Calendars, tracks and coordinates meetings and manages Executive schedules
Maintains Executive records and files
Prepares correspondence and meeting agendas
Organizes meetings and helps with conferences
Coordinates weekly management meeting, and individual meetings with Directors and Managers
Assists Executives' in maintaining regular communications with Commissioners
Records and transcribes minutes for meetings, as requested
Prepares meeting room, audio/visual equipment and materials
Arranges business travel and prepares expense reports
Other duties and projects as assigned by the Executive Department
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced abilities with Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and other computer systems.
Excellent organization, analytical written and oral communication skills
Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgment.
A critical thinker, with a high level of initiation, motivation and enthusiasm.
Must be a confident self-starter who can develop effective business relationships, both internally & externally.
Demonstrate a sense of urgency, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
Provide confidential administrative support to assigned Executives.
Training & Experience
Proven professional experience and educational background.
Schedule
The Chief Executive Officer or designee may change the schedule of positions between remote, hybrid and onsite, as necessary to accomplish LAHSA's business needs.
Applicants may make a reasonable accommodation request for this job by calling the Human Resources Department at (213) 683-3333; or via email at humanresources@lahsa.org.
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