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Little People's College
Administrative Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
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.
$48,670 / year median in Massachusetts
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Description:
Administrative Assistant- Recruitment and human resource functions involving applicants and existing employees
- Maintaining calendar and schedule of two senior management members
- Freedom to create process and procedures that work with your duties or use existing procedures
- Able to independently navigate Windows PC & iOS and use the internet as a resource to problem solve, find information, etc
- Successfully use (and quickly adapt to new) office equipment (copy machines, scanners, printers, fax machines, etc.), hardware and software to improve processes/systems. Currently using Jotform, Canva, Constant Contact, Paylocity, and Procare
- Highly Proficient in MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Publisher and MS PowerPoint)
- Takes initiative in getting tasks done, very willing to jump into something new and offer whatever help is needed
- Eager to take on special projects and collaborative team assignments
- Is efficient in terms of time usage & work style (Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task as well as work independently)
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize workload on short notice
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to think logically and critically to improve systems and streamline processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to communicate in a professional, polite, and empathetic manner
- Being comfortable asking questions and able to implement constructive feedback
- Spanish and/or Portuguese speaking jumps to the top of the list
- Familiarity with child care environments, regulations, agencies (Massachusetts Early Education & Care, NAEYC, etc.