Are you an organizational powerhouse who thrives on keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? KIVI is looking for a highly experienced, detail-driven administrative professional to provide advanced, confidential support to our general manager or department head. This is a role where your expertise, discretion, and proactive mindset will directly shape the effectiveness of station leadership — and make a real impact on how we operate every single day. If you bring broad administrative knowledge, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to juggle competing priorities without missing a beat, we want to hear from you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Prepare advanced business presentation documents and spreadsheets.
• Assist in special projects, perform research and maintain records.
• Compose correspondence, based on the general knowledge of the manager's view, about administrative matters and general office policies for manager's approval.
• Prepare recurring reports independently for signature.
• Answer the phone, provide information and receive information concerning matters related to the department.
• Schedule and maintain calendar of appointments, meetings and travel itineraries, coordinate related arrangements, and arrange for meeting rooms.
• Anticipate and prepare materials needed by the manager for conferences, correspondence, appointments, meetings, telephone calls, etc.
• Prepare and distribute minutes from meetings.
• Establish and maintain a variety of files and records.
• May be required to take and transcribe dictation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related area of responsibility

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Three to five years related experience and/or equivalent combination of experience and training in the professional discipline of the department.
• Proficiency with various software programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Windows.
• Above average knowledge of general office practice and business etiquette.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and to work under tight deadlines while providing consistent and professional service.
• Ability to perform secretarial and clerical duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision.
• Good knowledge of business correspondence composition.
• Accurate and efficient typing skills.
• Possess above average interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with all co-workers.
• Possess above average organizational skills including attention to detail and follow through.
• Maintain complete confidentiality, possess a professional demeanor, and exercise discretion at all times.
• Be able to work overtime as needed, often with little notice.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY: Boise is one of the West's most livable and fastest-growing cities, offering a rare combination of big-city amenities and easy access to the great outdoors. The Boise River Greenbelt winds through the heart of the city, giving residents a scenic corridor for biking, running, and walking year-round. Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area sits just 16 miles from downtown, delivering skiing and snowboarding in the winter and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. Whether you're into river rafting, fly fishing, or simply exploring the trails of the Boise Foothills, adventure is never far from your front door.

Downtown Boise is a thriving hub of culture, cuisine, and community. The famous Basque Block celebrates the city's unique Basque heritage with authentic restaurants, a cultural center, and lively festivals. The local food and craft beverage scene is booming, with award-winning restaurants, farm-to-table eateries, and a growing number of craft breweries and cideries. The annual Treefort Music Festival draws music fans from across the country, and the Boise Contemporary Theater, Treefort, and the Boise Philharmonic give the city a rich arts presence.

Boise is also a proud college sports town, home to Boise State University and the iconic blue turf of Albertsons Stadium. The city consistently earns recognition for its quality of life, safety, and economic opportunity, attracting professionals from across the country who want the energy of a growing metro without sacrificing affordability or a sense of community. It's a place where people put down roots — and love every minute of it.

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