Program Assistant

Posted 16 Days Ago
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90301, Inglewood, CA, USA
In-Office
22-25 Hourly
Entry level
Social Impact
The Role
Supports daily operations for veteran housing and supportive service programs. Responsibilities include maintaining client records, compliance documentation, financial tracking, grant administration, purchasing, vendor coordination, donor records, events, intake, recruitment support, employee compliance tracking, reporting, and administrative assistance. The role also coordinates resources and cross-functional projects to improve program effectiveness and service delivery.
Summary Generated by Built In
Make an Impact

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to ending veteran homelessness and supporting veterans and their families on the path to stability and independence.

As a Program Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting daily program operations, compliance, client services, reporting, financial tracking, event coordination, and administrative functions that directly impact veterans receiving housing and supportive services.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience in nonprofit operations, program administration, social services, office management, grants administration, or project coordination who are looking to make a meaningful difference while building a rewarding career.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support day-to-day operations of veteran housing and supportive service programs
  • Maintain client records, databases, and documentation to ensure compliance with grant and program requirements
  • Assist Case Managers and program staff with file maintenance, audit preparation, and quality assurance reviews
  • Track, collect, reconcile, and report program participant fees, rent payments, and other site revenues
  • Manage petty cash, deposits, expense tracking, and financial documentation
  • Coordinate purchases, supply inventory, vendor relationships, purchase orders, and expense allocations
  • Support grant administration activities including reporting, budget tracking, invoicing, and compliance documentation
  • Assist with supportive service fund requests and resource coordination for veterans
  • Coordinate donor records, in-kind contributions, mailings, and community engagement activities
  • Organize events, meetings, trainings, volunteer activities, and special projects for veterans, staff, donors, and community partners
  • Support intake, eligibility verification, client orientations, and program enrollment activities
  • Assist with recruitment and onboarding activities including job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and new hire coordination
  • Track employee training, certifications, evaluations, and compliance requirements
  • Maintain operational policies, procedures, and program manuals
  • Provide confidential administrative support to leadership and program teams
  • Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and presentations for management and funders
  • Support cross-functional projects that improve program effectiveness and service delivery
QualificationsWhat You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Human Services, or a related field
    • Equivalent experience may substitute for education requirements
  • Strong administrative, organizational, and project coordination skills
  • Experience supporting nonprofit, social service, healthcare, housing, or community-based programs preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Experience maintaining records, reports, databases, and compliance documentation
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse teams
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in nonprofit organizations, social services, housing programs, or community-based programs
  • Familiarity with grants management, reporting, budgeting, or compliance processes
  • Knowledge of veteran services, homelessness programs, supportive housing, or community resources
  • Experience coordinating events, trainings, or volunteer programs
Why Join U.S.VETS?
  • Help transform the lives of veterans and their families
  • Work for one of the nation's leading veteran-serving nonprofit organizations
  • Collaborative, mission-driven culture
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package including:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
    • Paid Holidays
    • 401(k) with Company Match

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Human Services, or a related field; equivalent experience may substitute.
  • Strong administrative, organizational, and project coordination skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Experience maintaining records, reports, databases, and compliance documentation.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Experience supporting nonprofit, social service, healthcare, housing, or community-based programs.
  • Familiarity with grants management, reporting, budgeting, or compliance processes.
  • Knowledge of veteran services, homelessness programs, supportive housing, or community resources.
  • Experience coordinating events, trainings, or volunteer programs.
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The Company
750 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

U.S.VETS is a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ending veteran homelessness in the United States. The organization provides veterans and their families with tailored support, including housing, mental health services, and workforce development, to help them transition from homelessness to independence. Its mission is to empower veterans through comprehensive services and advocacy to ensure all veterans and their families have their needs met.

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