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Administrative 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.
$40,934 / year median in South Carolina
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of complex administrative, secretarial and clerical duties in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations. Serves as the first point of contact for all customers entering the department. Answer questions, resolve issues and assist with inquiries received from customers in office or by phone in a professional manner. Provides assistance to department management, co-workers, and the general public. Receives, reviews, prepares and or submits a variety of documents such as department records, logs, inventory lists, routine reports, official documents, schedules, civil papers, etc. Acts as secretary to Boards and Commissions, which includes but not limited to, communications, notifications, meeting preparations/room set-up, preparation of minutes, nightly meetings, etc. Performs all other related duties as assigned. High School diploma with one year of general office/clerical experience or any equivalent combination of training, experience, knowledge and abilities. Must have extensive experience with computer and office software packages. Candidates must be able to pass required pre-employment physical and background check.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance