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Administrative Assistant
The Harbor Center – St. Tammany Parish, LA
The Harbor Center, one of Louisiana’s premier event venues, is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team. The Harbor Center is a stunning 54,000 square-foot facility located between New Orleans and the Mississippi Gulf Coast hosting nearly 200 events annually, from intimate corporate retreats to large consumer shows, banquets, sporting events, and business seminars.
About The Harbor Center
The Harbor Center stands as an economic development engine and quality-of-life enhancement for St. Tammany Parish. Our state-of-the-art facility features:
· 18,000 square feet of flexible, column-free exhibit space with 30-foot ceilings and an additional newly, completed expansion of 9,000 square feet of flexible, column-free event space
· Versatile spaces accommodating 25 to 2,500 people
· Two-bay loading dock and drive-in ramp with 18'x18' door
· Extensive outdoor green space
· On-site catering facilities
About the Role
As our Administrative Assistant, you'll be an integral part of our operations, reporting directly to the General Manager. This role combines administrative expertise, financial acumen, and exceptional customer service skills to support our facility's daily operations.
Schedule: This is a full-time, salaried position working Monday through Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for our facility, greeting visitors and managing incoming communications
- Handle financial operations including accounts payable/receivable, and financial statement preparation
- Coordinate human resources functions including benefits administration and new-hire processing
- Maintain executive calendars and coordinate meetings
- Manage office operations, including supply ordering and vendor relationships
- Support the management team with document preparation and data management
Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- QuickBooks experience strongly preferred
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Professional written and verbal communication abilities
- Knowledge of standard accounting procedures
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
What Makes You Stand Out
- Experience in an administrative or office management role
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Solutions-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
What We Offer
- Comprehensive benefits package including fully paid insurance (health, dental, and vision), retirement plan, Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment
Be part of a team that doesn't simply rent space – we create memorable experiences. The Harbor Center's commitment to excellence and customer service has made us an event planner's dream destination, and we're looking for an Administrative Assistant who shares our vision for exceptional service delivery.
Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience. Calls not accepted. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome a diverse pool of candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Slidell, LA 70461 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000
