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DSC provides educational, professional, residential, employment and behavioral support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties. We have an excellent work environment where you will be part of a team who is positive, caring and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people to whom we provide services. If you are seeking a rewarding and fulfilling job, we are currently hiring for the position of Executive Assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Looking for a proactive professional with a proven track record to serve as the Executive Assistant at DSC. Perform all clerical and administrative functions for the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors including Board meeting preparation, typing and filing of a variety of internal and external documents, and record maintenance. You will also provide support for the Vice-President of Development and Communications, including processing donations in donor database and mailing thank you letters.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Minimum three years working experience with a variety of clerical duties
• Software skills, internet research capabilities, technical proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Knowledge of donor database software a plus
• Resourceful, collaborative, adaptable and possess excellent communication and customer service skills
• Previous experience working with a Board of Directors a plus

HOURS:
• Full-time, 40 hours per week; a part-time flexible schedule will be considered

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• Starting pay range $22-$25 per hour
• 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
• Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Voluntary benefits including vision, STD, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
• Fun, family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
• Employee assistance program
• Lots of perks and benefits!
Please follow the link to view our full summary of employee benefits DSC SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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