Perform a variety of administrative and secretarial tasks aimed to optimize the time and performance of a director, multiple managers or employees of a department. Tasks may involve acting as a first point of contact, dealing with correspondence and phone calls, organizing meetings and appointments, preparing documents or reports, and controlling access to the director, manager or the department. May involve handling confidential information.
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Why Join Us
- Make a Positive Impact : Your work will directly contribute to the health and well-being of Kansans.
- Family Comes First : Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees.
- Trust : Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas
- Stability : 80 years of commitment, compassion and community
- Balance : paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
- Inclusive Work Environment : We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.
Compensation
20.42 - 24.30 hourly
Non-Exempt 11
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.What you'll do
Respond to routine requests using form letters or emails and to more unusual requests by editing templates to create customized responses.Produce, update and provide best practice support on MS documents, databases and other departmental systems to support the work of leadership. Tasks could include purchasing materials, entering budgetary information, time and expense recording and similar.Schedule appointments, plan for meetings and conferences, and organize travel plans following detailed instructions to facilitate business meetings.Develop working knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures and of regulatory codes and codes of conduct relevant to own work, adhering to mandatory procedures to ensure own work is undertaken to the required standards.Develop and maintain excellent process or technical skills by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching.Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. For example, gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence.Uses clear and effective communication skills and supports business processes.What you need
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with leadership and staff.Uses clear and effective verbal communications skills and provides technical guidance when required on expressing ideas, requesting actions and formulating plans.Supports business processes by understanding and effectively using standard office equipment while providing technical guidance as needed.Works with guidance to plan, organize, prioritize, and oversee activities to efficiently meet business objectives.Works with guidance to review and create relevant, effective reports.Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.Project management experience preferred.Previous administrative experience preferred.Physical Requirements
Sedentary desk workOccasional lifting up to 20 lbs.Benefits & Perks
Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards packageIncentive pay program (EPIP)Health / Vision / Dental insurance6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathersFertility / Adoption assistance2 weeks paid caregiver leave5% 401(k) plan matchingTuition reimbursementHealth & fitness benefits, discounts and resourcesOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We believe that embracing diversity and authentically promoting inclusion, equity, and belonging among our team members is crucial to our collective success. By intentionally recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse pool of talent, we cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request, ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all.PandoLogic. Category : , Keywords : Administrative Assistant
Salary : $20 - $24
