Administrative Assistant Position Available In Ontario, New York

Administrative Assistant 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Canandaigua, NY 14424 We are looking for a meticulous Administrative Assistant to support operations in an educational setting. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth administrative processes and effective communication. Located in Canandaigua, New York, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic university environment.

Responsibilities:

Provide exceptional customer service to students, staff, and visitors through prompt and clear communication. Manage and organize data entry tasks to maintain accurate records and databases. Handle inbound and outbound calls efficiently, addressing inquiries and directing them to appropriate departments. Coordinate email correspondence, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups. Schedule and manage appointments, meetings, and events to optimize workflow. Utilize Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to create documents, reports, and presentations. Maintain organized filing systems for easy retrieval of information. Assist with general administrative tasks to support daily operations. Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless execution of projects and initiatives. Proven experience in customer service or administrative roles. Proficiency in data entry and maintaining accurate records. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for handling email correspondence and phone calls. Expertise in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to schedule and prioritize tasks effectively. Attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities. Capability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience in an educational or university setting is a plus. TalentMatch ® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use .