Administrative Assistant III

American Red Cross

Provides administrative support for Donor Services at American Red Cross. Prepares and distributes reports, manages schedules, and ensures operational efficiency.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeMobile • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong administrative support capabilities, including effective communication, organization, and project coordination. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and skilled in data management and report preparation.

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Administrative SupportMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyProject CoordinationVerbal and Written Communication SkillsData Management

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Hard Skills

Data GatheringReport PreparationTyping SkillsExpenditure TrackingBudget Preparation

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingTeam CollaborationEffective Communication

Industry Keywords

Donor ServicesAdministrative FunctionsOrganizational ServicesMeeting CoordinationVolunteer Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides administrative support for the Donor Services department, handling both routine and complex administrative functions.
Prepares and distributes reports, correspondence, and other departmental documentation.
Assists in the coordination and administration of projects, programs, and business processes to support departmental goals and operational efficiency.
Manages and coordinates schedules, meetings, and activities for departmental programs, services, and key stakeholders.
Ensures effective communication, organization, and follow-through on assigned initiatives and administrative tasks.
Prepare and maintain memos, records, reports, data or correspondence for staff signature.
Review correspondence for consistency with corporate policies and practices.
May assist in the development of presentations.
Perform general administrative duties such as maintaining and collecting data, coordinating the provision of organizational services (i.e. purchasing, supplies, catering, copying/printing), coordinating unit mail and communication flow, assisting in expenditure tracking and budget preparation.
Screen telephone and office callers and resolve routine inquiries.
Answer routine requests and direct others to supervisor, appropriate staff member or another office.
Schedule and maintain calendar of appointments, meetings, events, program initiatives and travel itineraries.
May relieve other administrative staff in the unit during temporary absences.
Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School or equivalent is required.
Minimum 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in personal computer use, data gathering, and high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs.
Proficient typing skills required.
Ability to work on a team and able to problem solve.
Travel: Occasional (Supports an executive that oversees Alabama, Mississippi & Tennessee).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
401K with up to 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
Service Awards and recognition