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Office Assistant
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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.
$49,239 / year median in Maine
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary The Administrative Support Assistant supports the general administrative functions of a wide variety of administrative tasks including answering phones, preparing documents and reports, compiling records, scheduling meetings, organizing and maintaining information, coordinating calendars, analyzing data including budgetary expenditures, and providing general office support Principle Duties and Responsibilities Communicate routine and general information to staff, customers, and/or the public about standard services, processes, and procedures using prescribed or established guidelines Schedule/cancel appointments and meetings Establish and maintain office files and activity logs Receive, process, and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information and materials Maintain inventory of office equipment and supplies Maintain and update mailing lists; organize and implement mass mailings Perform routine data entry Review documents and ensure proper format Prepare, process, update, and compile routine documents, records, and reports Prepare routine correspondence, reports, and other documents Qualifications Minimum of a high school diploma Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in administration/accounting; however, 3 to 5 years is preferred Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications (Excel, Word and Outlook) Working knowledge of various office equipment (computer, scanner, etc.)
Hourly Pay Range:
$22.00 - $25.00 dollars an hour dependent on experience
•pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living Benefits currently offered to our employees: Medical insurance Health savings account with company contribution Dental insurance Vision insurance Basic and voluntary life insurance Disability insurance 401(k) plan with company match Paid vacation and holidays Stock purchase program with employee discount Educational reimbursement Wellness programs and challenges Other supplemental benefits A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health and Wellness Programs