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Administrative Assistant 1

Job Overview:

The Administrative Assistant is involved in a wide range of administrative and support activities for the manager/supervisor facilitating efficient operation of the team. This role is critical as it is often the first point of contact for the department on behalf of management. It requires exceptional patience, punctuality, and adherence to company processes. The ideal candidate will be proficient in maintaining documentation and communications pertaining to the department, gathering necessary data/ reports and coordinating with different departments to fulfill assigned tasks, understand the importance of confidentiality, and be a quick learner.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assists manager/department with responsibilities and projects that vary in degrees of complexity.

• Serves as the first contact for all issues directed to management.

• Provide general administrative support to the department.

• Manage consistent employee interaction throughout the day

• Partner with multiple areas within company to ensure workflows are being followed

• Maintain all documentation/communications for the department.

• Prepare reports/summaries, maintain logs and supplies, etc.

  Additional Responsibilities:

• As assigned by the manager

  Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of people.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

  Preferred Education, Experience and Licenses:

• Strong communication skills required

• Ability to remain organized and multi-task required

• Minimum 2 years’ solid experience in an Administrative role

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Schedule: Monday-Thursday 9am-6pm , Friday 8am-2pm

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.

Job Details

Job Family Universal

Pay Type Hourly

Hiring Rate 21 USD