[announce] Vacancy Announcement From ACB National Office

[Melanie Brunson]

Hello all,

 

Please feel free to share the announcement below with other lists and with
individuals you know who might be interested in the position described
below.  Please note that we are not offering to pay relocation expenses, but
we would appreciate your help with circulating this announcement to any good
candidates you may know.  Thanks very much.

 

Melanie Brunson

 

American Council of the Blind

Vacancy Announcement

Executive Assistant/Office Manager


 


The American Council of the Blind is seeking an individual to serve as
Executive Assistant and Office Manager in our Arlington, Virginia office.
This individual will work forty hours per week and will report to the ACB
Executive Director.


 


Primary Responsibilities


1.  Provides administrative support to the Executive Director and, when
appropriate, to volunteer or contract personnel.

 

2.  researches grant databases, manages ACB's donor databases, assists the
Executive Director with preparation of correspondence related to resource
development, and provides general support for ACB's fundraising activities. 

 

3.  Answers telephones and fulfills requests for information.

 

4.  Insures that written materials for use by members or staff who have
visual impairments are available in appropriate alternate formats.

 

5. Oversees procurement of office supplies, arranges for maintenance of
equipment, and otherwise manages general office operations in consultation
with the Executive Director.

 

 6.  Coordinates activities associated with the ACB scholarship and student
internship programs.

 

7. Provides staff support, including maintenance of financial records,
banking, and general bookkeeping, to the National Alliance of Blind
Students.

 

8. Assists with site selection, preparation of materials, and other
arrangements for annual Legislative Seminar and other meetings held in the
Washington Metro area.

 

9. Accompanies executive director and other managers to meetings and
conferences.

 

10. Assists other staff members with projects as needed.

 

11. Attends annual conference to provide administrative support to ACB's
Board of Directors and the Executive Director.

 

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Required Skills and Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Ability to respond appropriately to a high volume of telephone calls;

Experience with database development and management;

Excellent organizational skills;

Attention to detail;

Ability to read aloud;

Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks appropriately;

Ability to move quickly between tasks and respond promptly to deadlines;

Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Knowledge of Braille and familiarity with assistive technologies used by
people with visual impairments are preferred.

 

Individuals wishing to be considered for this position must submit a resume,
salary requirements, and three references.  Applications may be submitted by
email to staffsearch at acb.org, or mailed to American Council of the Blind,
2200 Wilson Blvd. Suite 650, Arlington, VA 22201, attn.: staff search.  .
Applications must be received by 5:00 pm Eastern daylight time, on September
3, 2010.

 

ACB is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

 

 

 

Melanie Brunson, Esq.

Executive Director

American Council of the Blind

2200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 650

Arlington, VA 22201

202-467-5081

mbrunson at acb.org

http://www.acb.org

 

 

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