Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant duties and responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. Supports managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. Responsible for confidential and time sensitive material. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices and procedures. Ability to effectively communicate via phone and email ensuring that all Administrative Assistant duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner. May direct and lead the work of others. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

Responsibilities:

· Answer and direct phone calls

· Organize and schedule meetings and appointments

· Maintain contact lists

· Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms

· Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports

· Develop and maintain a filing system

· Order office supplies

· Book travel arrangements

· Provide general support to visitors

· Provide information by answering questions and requests

· Take dictation

· Handle multiple projects

· Prepare and monitor invoices

· Receive vendor invoices and submit for management approval

· Develop administrative staff by providing information, educational opportunities and experiential growth opportunities

· Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques

· Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies

· Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

· Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

· Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning etc.

· Organize travel arrangements for senior managers

· Write letters and emails on behalf of other office staff

· Cover the reception desk

· Maintain computer and manual filing systems

· Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner

· Coordinate office procedures

· Reply to email, telephone or face to face inquiries

· Develop and update administrative systems to make them more efficient

· Resolve administrative problems

· Receive, sort and distribute the mail

· Answer telephone calls and pass them on

· Manage staff appointments

· Maintain vendor records

· Setup new customer accounts in company software

· New employee onboarding

· Coordinate repairs to office equipment

· Greet and assist visitors to the office

· Photocopy and print out documents on behalf of other colleagues

Requirements:

· Proven admin or assistant experience

· Knowledge of office management systems and procedures

· Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work

· Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Strong organizational and planning skills

· Proficient in MS Office

· Proficient in QuickBooks

· At least 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area

· High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred

Administrative Assistant top skills & proficiencies:

· Reporting Skills

· Administrative Writing Skills

· Microsoft Office Skills

· Analysis

· Professionalism

· Problem Solving

· Supply Management

· Inventory Control

· Verbal Communication

· Office Administration Procedures

· Typing Skills

· Attention to Detail

· Accuracy

· Multitask

· Telephone Skills

· Teamwork

· Discretion and Judgment

· Patience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $20