Operations Assistant
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Operations Assistant
smch· Admin
About this role
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Operations Assistant role at smch?
The listed salary for this Operations Assistant position at smch is USD 29K–32K. This is an Full Time role.
Where is the Operations Assistant position at smch located?
This Operations Assistant role at smch is based in Sevierville, Tennessee, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Operations Assistant role at smch full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Operations Assistant role in the Admin department at smch.
Which team or department does the Operations Assistant at smch belong to?
This Operations Assistant position is part of the Admin department at smch. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Operations Assistant position at smch?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to smch's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Operations Assistant job at smch posted?
This Operations Assistant position at smch was posted on Sep 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Operations Assistant
smch · 💰 USD 29K–32K
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