Job Information
Iowa Soybean Association RCFI Administrative Assistant in Ankeny, Iowa
OBJECTIVE: The RCFI Administrative Assistant is expected to provide administrative assistance to support ISA’s Research Center for Farming Innovation’s (RCFI) and Agriculture’s Clean Water Alliance (ACWA). Duties include scheduling, record keeping, data entry, coordination of meetings, coordinating direct mailings, and working on special projects. This position reports to the Senior Director of Research.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide administrative support for RCFI Senior Director of Research, Directors of Research and Conservation
Provide administrative support for Executive Director and ACWA’s Membership & Communications Coordinator
Provide administrative support to RCFI Outreach and Engagement Coordinator and RCFI staff including copying, texting, mailings, drafting/mail merging letters, handling requested correspondence, creating and/or recording surveys, data entry within CRM, etc
Assist with travel and expense report coordination to include: travel plans, hotel reservations and submission of expenses per ISA policy
Marketing distribution assistance for RCFI events, projects, grassroots forums, etc
RCFI & ACWA scheduling in person and/or virtual meetings and meeting assistance with materials (name badges, registration, packets, etc.); room or venue set-up; and staffing when appropriate
Assistance with preparation and coordination for ACWA executive committee meetings, work group meetings, and board meetings
Assistance with ACWA networking, educational, and member retention & recruitment events
Assist with editing and proofing of print materials
Assistance with meeting minutes
COMPETENCIES
Accepting Responsibility
Self-Starter
Communicating Effectively
Delivering High Quality Work
Displaying Confidence and Composure
Interacting with People at Different Levels
TRAVEL
This position requires minimal to some travel. All travel will generally be within Iowa.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
1-3 years of office administrative or manager related experience
Proficient with Office 365 and Zooms
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree preferred, in business management or related field
A combination of education and experience is acceptable
BENEFITS
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account available
Cellphone and Wellness reimbursement
Fitness center
401(k) with generous company match
Tuition reimbursement program
Dress for your Day Dress Code