Administrative clerk job description
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Administrative clerk requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in administrative clerk job postings.
Sample administrative clerk requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
- Minimum of two years' experience in an administrative role
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
- Experience with scheduling and calendar management
Sample required administrative clerk soft skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Efficient problem-solving skills
Administrative clerk job description example 1
US Foods administrative clerk job description
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? CLICK HERE TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE.
Join Our Community of Food People!
The Operations Coordinator - Int provides administrative support to the Warehouse leadership team in order to comply with DOT requirements and division policies. This position Must be able to work all shifts and be cross trained for coverage in all Operations support clerical positions and serve on the US Foods Contingency Team for travel to other divisions on an “as needed” basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
General warehouse inventory slotting duties. Essential duties include determining and slotting cases in warehouse and clerical functions.Maintaining records use of a computer.Must be able to work in variable temperatures including cold.Lifting to 90 lbs. is possible.Familiarity with food warehousing and safety requirements is required. The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where the temperatures may be as low as -25 degrees.Must be able to work all shifts and be cross trained for coverage in all Operations support clerical positions.Must be willing for service on US Foods Contingency Team for travel to other divisions on an “as needed” basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training: High School Education or GED preferred. Must be able to read alpha and numeric codes from pick sheets and slots. Up to 40 % of time could be assigned to floating shift coverage across afternoon or night shifts assigned for coverage in other Operations Department positions. Prior experience 2 - 3 years clerical or other warehouse experience required, preferably in a warehouse or office/distribution environment.
Requirements:
A minimum of 2 year's clerical or other warehouse experience is required.Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook experience preferred.Strong math skills and competencies required.Excellent written and oral communications skills.Detail oriented.Ability to multi-task.Ability to other shifts and work weekends as needed.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally and have strong customer service ability with all levels inside and outside the organization Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Must be able to work on complex tasks and prioritize workload amid competing priorities Strong teamwork skills and the ability to be a resource to others in the department and the division
Preferred:
XATA and Checkpoint experience Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service RegulationsKnowledge of our geographic delivery area6 months experience working in transportation and/or logistics function in an administrative capacity
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Join Our Community of Food People!
The Operations Coordinator - Int provides administrative support to the Warehouse leadership team in order to comply with DOT requirements and division policies. This position Must be able to work all shifts and be cross trained for coverage in all Operations support clerical positions and serve on the US Foods Contingency Team for travel to other divisions on an “as needed” basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
General warehouse inventory slotting duties. Essential duties include determining and slotting cases in warehouse and clerical functions.Maintaining records use of a computer.Must be able to work in variable temperatures including cold.Lifting to 90 lbs. is possible.Familiarity with food warehousing and safety requirements is required. The work takes place in normal warehouse environments as well as in cooler and freezer areas where the temperatures may be as low as -25 degrees.Must be able to work all shifts and be cross trained for coverage in all Operations support clerical positions.Must be willing for service on US Foods Contingency Team for travel to other divisions on an “as needed” basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training: High School Education or GED preferred. Must be able to read alpha and numeric codes from pick sheets and slots. Up to 40 % of time could be assigned to floating shift coverage across afternoon or night shifts assigned for coverage in other Operations Department positions. Prior experience 2 - 3 years clerical or other warehouse experience required, preferably in a warehouse or office/distribution environment.
Requirements:
A minimum of 2 year's clerical or other warehouse experience is required.Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook experience preferred.Strong math skills and competencies required.Excellent written and oral communications skills.Detail oriented.Ability to multi-task.Ability to other shifts and work weekends as needed.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally and have strong customer service ability with all levels inside and outside the organization Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Must be able to work on complex tasks and prioritize workload amid competing priorities Strong teamwork skills and the ability to be a resource to others in the department and the division
Preferred:
XATA and Checkpoint experience Knowledge of DOT Hours of Service RegulationsKnowledge of our geographic delivery area6 months experience working in transportation and/or logistics function in an administrative capacity
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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Administrative clerk job description example 2
APTIM administrative clerk job description
APTIM is hiring to perform Installation Support Services for the United States Army Garrison Redstone (USAG-R) Department of Public Works (DPW) with our partner SUNIK. This include Pollution Controls, Compliance, Environmental Restoration Services, Landfill Operations, Engineering Work Management Services, Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, and Service Orders for Facilities, Waste Water, Steam and Infrastructure at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. We are excited to announce we are looking qualified personnel for a wide range of positions. Be sure to check out all the job postings and apply if you are qualified. We are looking to have all applications submitted by the end of close of business January 24, 2022.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Works with moderate supervision; accountable for individual results and impact on team. Electronic and hard copy filing and records management maintenance. Develop and compile weekly reports. Schedule meetings/maintain calendars of onsite management personnel. Correspond and coordinate with vendors for project supplies and invoicing. Meets and escorts visitors. Takes messages/records meeting minutes. Assists with distribution of correspondence/documents amongst various project team members. Ensures that any safety incidents are communicated and managed in accordance with company and client protocols.
Basic Qualifications:
Highly motivated, organized, and detail oriented Possesses a strong work ethic. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Requires High School diploma with minimum 5 years of relevant experience Prior experience working in a field environment at construction/demolition sites preferred. Must be CAC eligible and/or able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) APTIM strongly recommends, but does not require, that its employees receive vaccination against COVID-19. We do require employees to provide information about their vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not.
What We Do:
Whether it's safeguarding and maintaining critical power infrastructure, helping communities recover from natural disasters, enabling our armed forces and first responders, or transforming landfills into public parks, we go to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. These are huge responsibilities, and we take them seriously.
Thinking differently and challenging the norm is our mandate. Every day we plan for the unexpected, develop critical insights, and deliver new, creative adaptive solutions. We do this by leveraging teams that include engineers, scientists, builders, economists, craft professionals, procurement, logistics and process experts.
Who We Are:
APTIM specializes in
engineering, program management, environmental services, disaster recovery, complex facility maintenance, and construction services.
Serving Government, Oil, Gas, Chemical, Industrial, Commercial, and Power clients, we are your partner and relentless advocate
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Works with moderate supervision; accountable for individual results and impact on team. Electronic and hard copy filing and records management maintenance. Develop and compile weekly reports. Schedule meetings/maintain calendars of onsite management personnel. Correspond and coordinate with vendors for project supplies and invoicing. Meets and escorts visitors. Takes messages/records meeting minutes. Assists with distribution of correspondence/documents amongst various project team members. Ensures that any safety incidents are communicated and managed in accordance with company and client protocols.
Basic Qualifications:
Highly motivated, organized, and detail oriented Possesses a strong work ethic. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. Requires High School diploma with minimum 5 years of relevant experience Prior experience working in a field environment at construction/demolition sites preferred. Must be CAC eligible and/or able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) APTIM strongly recommends, but does not require, that its employees receive vaccination against COVID-19. We do require employees to provide information about their vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not.
What We Do:
Whether it's safeguarding and maintaining critical power infrastructure, helping communities recover from natural disasters, enabling our armed forces and first responders, or transforming landfills into public parks, we go to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. These are huge responsibilities, and we take them seriously.
Thinking differently and challenging the norm is our mandate. Every day we plan for the unexpected, develop critical insights, and deliver new, creative adaptive solutions. We do this by leveraging teams that include engineers, scientists, builders, economists, craft professionals, procurement, logistics and process experts.
Who We Are:
APTIM specializes in
engineering, program management, environmental services, disaster recovery, complex facility maintenance, and construction services.
Serving Government, Oil, Gas, Chemical, Industrial, Commercial, and Power clients, we are your partner and relentless advocate
Dealing with hard-to-fill positions? Let us help.
Administrative clerk job description example 3
The Reserves Network administrative clerk job description
Zip Code:
Houston, TX 77022 |
Location
: Northside Village Area
Employment Type
: Temporary |
Workplace Type:
On-site
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm
|
Salary:
$16 to $17 an hour An educational department is partnering with ExecuTeam in their search for an Administrative Clerk to join their Baytown office. As an Administrative Clerk, you will manage daily operations and work behind the scenes with recording and entering data, answer phone calls and direct messages to appropriate personnel, and ensure the office runs smoothly. If you possess qualities that will benefit the organization, do not wait to let this opportunity pass by. Apply today!
Administrative Clerk
’s Responsibilities
- Enter and maintain data in Excel spreadsheets
- Answer client inquiries by phone
- Update records and reports required
- Utilize Word/mail merge
- Review documents to verify information
Administrative Clerk
’s Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- A Minimum of 1 to 2 years of administrative support experience is required
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drugs screen and criminal background check
Company Culture & Perk
s
- A company focused on education and professional development
- Free parking is provided!
- During your employment with ExecuTeam Staffing, you are eligible to enroll in our benefits program, including medical (3 plans to choose from), dental, disability, critical illness, life, vision, accident, and behavioral health insurance. Additional benefits include 401K, direct deposit, and our referral bonus program!
Salary:
$16 to $17 an hour
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Why ExecuTeam ? With ExecuTeam Staffing, you are never just a resume. We are proud to be Houston’s leading employment agency for over 30 years, acting as the trusted partner in your success. We offer Direct Hire, Temp-to-hire, and Temporary positions to allow you to choose the opportunities that best fit your needs. Whether you are seeking career advancement or are a recent graduate, our team will give you the respect, care, and attention you deserve. View more open positions at www.executeam.com ExecuTeam is an affiliate of The Reserves Network, a family-owned and veteran-founded company. Since 1987, we have been a trusted partner to employers and job seekers in a variety of industries and positions. As an equal opportunity employer, we value our employees and foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. However you identify and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply today .
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024