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Office Assistant

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An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.

$42,753 / year median in Iowa

-14% projected decline

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Job Description

Job Summary:
This role at Marshall County Abstract Company assumes a variety of office support tasks and works diligently under pressure. It requires a high degree of attention to details and discretion as well as incorporating new and effective ways to achieve better results.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Answer incoming telephone calls, determine purpose of callers and forwards calls to appropriate personnel. Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem solving. Multi-tasking capability without compromising on quality. Must be proficient in handling office equipment including multiple-line telephones, printers, photocopy machines, etc. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications, specifically Word and Excel. Commitment to accuracy; attention to detail. Support the Mission, Vision and core values of the company. Other duties or responsibilities assigned by management.
Requirements and Qualifications:
High School diploma. Preferred 1-2 years of administrative experience. Excellent customer service. Strong attention to detail and goal oriented. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
Work Environment:
This is a part-time position. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm. Operates in a professional office environment. Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.