" Watson, come here I want to see you."
Retired technology creatives (79M, 65M) seek operations assistant in Palm Springs residence and electronics laboratory.
DUTIES
Whatever we can not do or do not want to do that you can do.
Person Friday: secretarial, complex stuff, boring stuff, research, errands, project management,
find and handle vendors, troubleshooting, screw in lightbulbs, etc.
Some tasks can be completed off-sitemany tasks require on-site presence in Central Palm Springs. Preference for those who can usually be on-site within 10 minutes for urgent tasks. Knowledge of Palm Springs and Coachella Valley strongly preferred.
Averages 6 hours per week, rarely more than 20 per week, often none per week.
Available mornings to handle communications with vendors, etc.
REQUIREMENTS
Other sources of income/fundsthis is a part-time ad-hoc relationship intended to be long term.
Apple computers and phones advanced skills: OSX, iOS, Microsoft Word, Excel, ZOOM, Advanced Internet Searching —
Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks.
Manage Contacts, Activities, Time
Excellent time management skills5 minutes early is on-time, 10 minutes early is indiscreet and presumptious
Valid California Drivers's License, skilled with oversized sedans and trucks.
Reliable Vehicle
Well-developed organisational skills.
Attention to detail.
Great verbal and written communication skills, executive suite phone skills.
Professional discretion and confidentiality
Minimum of 5 years paid relevant experience
Project coordination skills and experience.
Discretion, Confidentiality
Organization and Project Management skills: papers, projects, people, tasks.
Lift 55 pound wheelchair; place items on a shelf at 6.5 feet.
Poise. Ethical. Politic.
Dressed and groomed for work — without tattoos, piercings, extreme attire, t-shirts, flip-flops, etc.
Strong oral, written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to communicate in English clearly and effectively by writing, verbal, and in person.
Bookkeeping a plus
Vaccinated for COVID, non-smoker
Fact based knowledge system
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[Administrative Assistant; Clerk; Secretary, Bookkeeper]