Office Assistant

We're Hiring: Office Assistant | $17.49/hr. + Amazing Benefits!

Location: West Valley and Magna area | Schedule: Typically, Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (on-site) | Type: Full-Time | FLSA: Non-Exempt

Are you organized, friendly, and passionate about creating a welcoming environment? We're looking for an enthusiastic Office Assistant to help keep our office running smoothly while serving as the friendly face of our organization.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of daily operations-greeting clients, families, children, staff, and visitors, answering phones, supporting office procedures, and helping maintain a safe and professional environment. If you enjoy variety in your day and thrive in a people-focused setting, this could be the perfect fit!

What You'll Do

• Welcome and assist visitors, clients, parents, and staff.
• Manage filing, office supplies, and clerical tasks.
• Ensure important communications are distributed promptly.
• Help maintain office policies and procedures.
• Monitor office safety and security from the front desk.
• Support a positive, professional, and confidential workplace.

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of related office experience.
• Strong computer skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.

Additional Requirements

• Valid, unrestricted driver's license and ability to maintain insurability.
• Ability to travel between agency locations, client residences, and training events as needed.
• Successful completion of background checks, drug/alcohol screening, sex offender registry check, child abuse/neglect check, and all Head Start health requirements.
• As a federally funded organization, we are subject to applicable federal requirements. Although certain substances may be permitted under state law, federal requirements apply to employment with the organization.

Physical Requirements

This position primarily involves sitting, with occasional standing, walking, and reaching. Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds.

Pay & Perks

• $17.49/hour
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with up to $2,500 match + Telehealth access
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• 11 Paid Holidays + Paid Winter Break (Christmas-New Year's)
• 192 PTO hours annually + Weekly Paid Self-Care Hour
• Life & Disability Insurance, EAP, and more!

Why Utah Community Action?

At Utah Community Action, your work directly impacts lives. You'll be part of a mission-driven team that values compassion, professionalism, and community connection-while offering opportunities to grow and make a real difference every day.

If you're ready to support your community, grow with a mission-driven organization, and make every interaction count, we'd love to meet you!

Apply now! It only takes 3 minutes to join a team that's changing lives every day.

Utah Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer and the agency prohibits discrimination and harassment because of a person's protected status such as race, color, national origin, religion, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran, military service, gender, sex (including conditions of pregnancy), marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected- group status.