Office Assistant
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Job Location:
Goddard, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Craft WOW Moments. Inspire Action. Drive Conservation.
At Tanganyika Wildlife Park we go beyond caring for animals. We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that make you say WOW. Inspiring generations to become conservation champions.
If youre passionate about animals driven by purpose and believe that one moment can change a life then this is where you belong.
Why Tanganyika
A Front Row Seat to Conservation in Action
Were not a zoo. Were an experience. At Tanganyika youll be part of a team pioneering interactive conservation experiences that educate engage and empower. We do conservation a bit different our focus is conservation one person at a time. Making people aware of the species getting them interested and then calling them to action.
Work That Gives You Goosebumps
From helping a toddler feed a giraffe for the first time to guiding a training session with a curious lemur your job here is anything but ordinary. This is the kind of place where work and wonder collide.
Real Growth. Real Mentorship. Real Impact.
Whether youre starting your career or seeking your next challenge Tanganyika invests inyou. We care about you beyond the workplace with initiatives to help our team reduce their consumer debt to an employee assistance program to our Dream Manager program we want you to become the best YOU.
A Culture That CaresFor AnimalsandHumans
We lead with love and it shows. Our team is fiercely supportive deeply passionate and united by a shared purpose. And yes your co-workers might include sloths rhinos and porcupines.
Purpose That Reaches Beyond the Park
Every moment you create here fuels a global mission. Whether its supporting field conservation projects or inspiring a child to become a future biologist your work leaves a legacy.
Do you love keeping things organized checking tasks off your list and helping a team run like a well-oiled machine Were looking for anOffice Assistantwho thrives on variety and enjoys being the go-to person who keeps everything (and everyone) on track.
At Tanganyika Wildlife Park we go beyond caring for animals. We create once-in-a-lifetime experiences that make you say WOW. Inspiring generations to become conservation champions.
If youre passionate about animals driven by purpose and believe that one moment can change a life then this is where you belong.
Why Tanganyika
A Front Row Seat to Conservation in Action
Were not a zoo. Were an experience. At Tanganyika youll be part of a team pioneering interactive conservation experiences that educate engage and empower. We do conservation a bit different our focus is conservation one person at a time. Making people aware of the species getting them interested and then calling them to action.
Work That Gives You Goosebumps
From helping a toddler feed a giraffe for the first time to guiding a training session with a curious lemur your job here is anything but ordinary. This is the kind of place where work and wonder collide.
Real Growth. Real Mentorship. Real Impact.
Whether youre starting your career or seeking your next challenge Tanganyika invests inyou. We care about you beyond the workplace with initiatives to help our team reduce their consumer debt to an employee assistance program to our Dream Manager program we want you to become the best YOU.
A Culture That CaresFor AnimalsandHumans
We lead with love and it shows. Our team is fiercely supportive deeply passionate and united by a shared purpose. And yes your co-workers might include sloths rhinos and porcupines.
Purpose That Reaches Beyond the Park
Every moment you create here fuels a global mission. Whether its supporting field conservation projects or inspiring a child to become a future biologist your work leaves a legacy.
Do you love keeping things organized checking tasks off your list and helping a team run like a well-oiled machine Were looking for anOffice Assistantwho thrives on variety and enjoys being the go-to person who keeps everything (and everyone) on track.
In this role youll be the behind-the-scenes hero for both our Finance and Human Resources team helping with everything from invoices and reports to onboarding new employees and keeping our records spotless. No two days are exactly the same which means youll never be bored!
If youre detail-oriented people-friendly and take pride in making sure the small things get done right wed love to have you on our team.
What Youll Do
Finance Support
- Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes including data entry invoice tracking and filing.
- Maintain organized digital and physical financial records.
- Support month-end reconciliation and reporting as directed by the Finance team.
- Communicate with vendors regarding invoices payments and documentation.
Human Resources Support
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files and HR records.
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes including new hire paperwork and system setup.
- Assist in the recruiting process through posting roles scheduling interviews and candidate communication.
- Assist with HR compliance tracking and document management.
General Administrative Support
- Manage incoming mail and filing systems.
- Schedule meetings take minutes and prepare basic correspondence or reports.
- Support data entry and document scanning for cross-departmental projects.
- Draft internal communications memos or announcements.
- Provide general administrative assistance to leadership as assigned.
What You Bring
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong writing communication clerical and organizational skills
- Initiative and ability to work independently on assigned projects and tasks
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Outlook Excel PowerPoint)
- Committed to learning new skills and ability to multi-task
- Able to remain flexible and adjust to changes in the environment
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort with technology databases and digital filing systems
What We Offer
- Year round full-time position
- Starting hourly rate of $17.50/hr with increases for prior experience
- Health Dental and Vision insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- HSA
- 401(k) with match
- Unlimited PTO starting at 90 days
- In-house discounts
- EAP - mental well-being program including therapy sessions for all staff and their immediate family
- Complimentary admission to TWP for yourself and family
Key Skills
- Typing
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- QuickBooks
- Office Experience
- 10 Key Calculator
- Front Desk
- Filing
- Administrative Experience
About Company
Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and dedicated to creating WOW moments that inspire stewardship of animals? As a premier destination for...
