Community Financial Credit Union is hiring: Administrative Assistant in Plymouth

About Us

Community Financial Credit Union is a full-service financial institution that serves anyone living, working, worshiping, or attending school in Michigan. We are a not-for-profit institution and have been in business for over 70 years!

Community Financial is not only the place you want to bank, but also a great place to work. We have been recognized as one of the Regional Best and Brightest companies for the last 18 years and nationally recognized since 2018. We have been certified as a Great Place To Work since 2023 and as of 2024 were also recognized as the Best and Brightest in Wellness in 2024.

Our Opportunities

We offer a variety of professional development opportunities for our team members, including mentorships and internal growth programs. Community Financial aspires to provide team members the opportunity to reach their career goals while being their authentic selves. We are an employer of choice that puts members and team members first by offering many hybrid opportunities depending on your passion.

About the role

The administrative assistant will work closely with the executive assistant and chief of staff to provide exceptional support to the president & CEO, Board of Directors, and affiliated Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) initiatives. This position will create a "white glove" experience for internal and external guests, support high-level scheduling and logistics, assist with internal communications (including light, audio, and video editing), and ensure the seamless operation of the executive office environment.

This position has a starting annual rate of $46,800, but your offer amount may be increased with relevant work experience and transferrable skills.

A Day in the Life of an Administrative Assistant

• Provide high-touch administrative support to the president & CEO, executive assistant, and chief of staff.
• Provide administrative and logistical support by supporting small-scale event planning and execution, handling miscellaneous office tasks and supplies, and maintaining a clean, organized environment for the executive team.
• Coordinate hospitality for members of our executive team (eTeam), Board of Directors, and VIP guests.
• Serve as the internal office receptionist (non-public facing).
• Manage select scheduling, meeting coordination, and calendar updates.
• Assist with internal communications from the office of the president.
• Support CUSO-related administrative tasks, such as minutes taking and meeting packets.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment, supporting back-up efforts to ensure no single point of failure.
• Set up and manage technology for executive meetings, including Zoom and A/V equipment.
• Perform other duties as directed by leadership.

What you bring to the table

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years administrative support experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in a service oriented field.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, high ethical standard, integrity, and level of professionalism to appropriately handle sensitive information at all times.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools, technology, and workflows.

You might also have

• Experience in executive support, event coordination, or hospitality management.
• Familiarity with CUSO operations or financial services administration.
• Skills in light audio/video editing and presentation design tools.
• Strong professional writing skills for clear, concise, and effective communication.

Our Culture

At Community Financial, our purpose is to create joy and ignite Michiganders' impossible dreams. A culture of joy and impossible dreams is a culture of belonging. Belonging is the spark. Guided by our values of Relentless Care, Hustle & Grind, Gratitude, and Huzzah!, we create a Culture of Belonging where every team member and member feels valued, connected, supported and can be their authentic selves.

We are relentless in our commitment to our team, offering a workplace that puts people first in the following ways:

• Valuing and integrating belonging. We integrate belonging into all areas of our work and purpose.
• Listening is our superpower. We ensure every team member has a seat at the table, a voice that is listened to, and leaders that care relentlessly. We use surveys, feedback forums, leader listening sessions, focus groups, and task forces to innovate and improve the team member and member experience.
• Cultivating safe spaces for all. We aim to help team members be physically safe and able to be their authentic selves wherever they work.
• Prioritizing team member wellbeing. With a Wellbeing advocate and dynamic benefits, we provide resources and support for professional, emotional, community, financial, social, and physical wellbeing.
• Creating community through connection. Team members can engage with Community Resource and Connection Groups and have opportunities to connect and make an impact in communities.
• Work where work makes sense. We offer flexible working arrangements across our offices, workspaces, or branches in Michigan.

As an employer of choice shaping the future of work, we cultivate a community of passionate advocates for the credit union movement within our organization and in the communities we serve.

As a team member at Community Financial Credit Union, you'll enjoy

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Four weeks of PTO for all full-time team members
• Up to 12 weeks paid paternity/maternity leave
• Lifestyle Accounts to help with your personal wellbeing
• Family Health Benefits
• Paid time off to observe all Federal Holidays
• Flexible work options, including flex scheduling for many positions
• A generous 401k match
• Numerous employee engagement activities
• Community Resource Groups
• Paid time off for occasions such as volunteering and family events

Contact/application information

If this description appeals to you, please submit an application! A member of CFCU's Talent Acquisition Team will be in contact with you shortly.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Community Financial Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable Federal, State or local laws.

Disclaimer

This job posting highlights some of the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the position. There may be additional duties and responsibilities that are not listed above. A Talent Acquisition Specialist will discuss the role in further detail should your application be selected to move forward.

Please note that Community Financial Credit Union does not involve Artificial Intelligence (AI) when evaluating applications. Applications for this position are reviewed by a member within the Talent Acquisition team. We are dedicated to providing an equitable and thorough review of all submissions and look forward to additional connection as the recruitment process continues!