About the role
Compensation: $29,200.00 - 32,200.00
About Smoky Mountain Children’s Home
Smoky Mountain Children’s Home (SMCH) provides care, support, and hope to children and youth in need. Our Operations team keeps our campus running smoothly so our staff and residents can focus on growth and healing.
Position Summary: We are seeking a reliable, self-motivated
Operations Assistant
to support campus operations. You will work closely with the Operations Coordinator to handle warehouse activities, donations, resident supplies, cottage moves, and event logistics.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse & Inventory
Maintain a clean, safe warehouse, process donations, and perform monthly inventory counts.
Donations
Pick up, transport, clean, store, and redistribute donated items from community partners.
Resident Support
Prepare "First Day" supply kits and track youth personal inventory during admissions, moves, and discharges.
Requisitions & Moves
Assist with monthly cottage supply requisitions, facility moves, packing, and furniture setup.
Inspections & Events
Help with facility inspections, campus projects, and event setup with the Co-Executive Director’s Office.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Age
High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 18+ years old.
Background Check & License
Clear all background checks and maintain a valid driver's license.
Skills & Availability
Highly organized, punctual, strong communication skills, and open to working some nights, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands
Able to lift 40+ lbs, walk hills/stairs briskly, and spend ~60% standing/walking and ~40% lifting/bending indoors and outdoors.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary
$29,200 – $32,200/year (based on education), plus eligibility for a $1,000/year increase after a favorable 90-day review.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance (or $500/month stipend), free life insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation/sick/personal leave, and referral bonuses.
- * Smoky Mountain Children's Home does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US.
- Smoky Mountain Children's Home is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.