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Example clerical/administrative assistant requirements on a job description

Clerical/administrative assistant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in clerical/administrative assistant job postings.
Sample clerical/administrative assistant requirements
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Minimum 2 years of clerical/administrative assistant experience.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
Sample required clerical/administrative assistant soft skills
  • Ability to work independently and in team settings.
  • Flexibility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong problem solving and decision making ability.
  • Detail oriented and accurate in data entry.

Clerical/administrative assistant job description example 1

OBXtek clerical/administrative assistant job description

Responsibilities

OBXtek is currently accepting resumes for a contingent position supporting the Army's Product Manager Power Projection Enablers (PdM P2E) organization. Place of performance for the Administrative/Clerical, Senior will be located in Fort Belvoir, VA. The start date for this position is TBD, in 1st quarter of FY-2023.

Below is a list of expectations the candidate must meet for this effort:

  • Greet, receive, and escort visitors; coordinate travel for senior-level individuals using the Defense Travel Service (DTS) website; screen and log telephonic and verbal communications, maintain calendars and schedules for senior-level individuals, and maintain calendars and schedules for multiple conference rooms.

  • Support establishing and scheduling Video teleconference and telephone bridges; coordinate and make travel arrangements for senior and executive level individuals; coordinate site visits in Europe, SWA, and Pacific; and coordinate Periodic Status Reviews (PSRs), conferences, and workgroups.

  • Maintain organizational correspondence and documentation in accordance with AR 25-50, staff and track paper and electronic documents to completion of intended actions and maintain paper and electronic files IAW Army Records Information Management System, AR 25-400-2.

    Scheduling and coordinating meetings (Calendar Maintenance); preparing and typing correspondence including reports and meeting minutes; prepare, consolidate, and submit for purchase specific supplies requested by PdM staff; and reproducing Documents

  • Maintain daily attendance roster, preparing and typing Alert and Phone Rosters, Email Distribution Lists, and Organizational Charts Monitor stock levels for a variety of office supplies and coordinate restocking as necessary with the Government credit card holder; and ensure that all office equipment supporting the front office (e.g., copiers, faxes, and multi-media equipment) is in working order.

  • Maintain business travel schedules for the PdM and the Deputy PdM. Maintaining and preparing records of leave, travel, training and other organizational activities for PM personnel.

Travel can be expected up to 10% of the time.

Travel will consist of trips both CONUS and OCONUS.

Must be readily deployable (medically and administratively) to travel within 72 hours in any environment including contingency operations.

Qualifications

Secret Clearance

  • 8-10 years of relatable experience.

Education/Certifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferably a MA/MS degree
Security Clearance Secret Company Information

COVID Policy: Prospective and/or new employees will be required to adhere with OBXtek's COVID-19 policy. Employees working onsite at a customer location must comply with customer COVID-19 policy which may include any or all the following: social distancing, masks, vaccination, mandatory statements regarding one's vaccination status and mandatory testing .

Headquartered in McLean, Virginia and founded in 2009, OBXtek is a fast-growing leader in the government contracting field. Our mission is Our People…Our Reputation. Our people are trained professionals who enhance our customers' knowledge and innovation using technology, collaboration, and education.

We offer a robust suite of benefits including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, matching 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement plans and much more.

As a prime contractor for 93% of our current work, OBXtek pairs lessons learned across disciplines with industry standard quality practices such as CMMI-Dev Level III, ITIL, 6Sigma, PMI, and ISO. Our rapid growth has been recognized by INC500, the Washington Business Journal, and Washington Technology magazine.

OBXtek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.

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Clerical/administrative assistant job description example 2

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 clerical/administrative assistant job description

In District One91, we are committed to removing barriers and forging unique pathways to create a future ready community. We believe that when each individual contributor is free to be their whole self and bring their whole self, we are collectively more radiant. Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School District 191 is a dynamic and innovative suburban public school district serving approximately 7,500 students. The District includes 8 elementary schools with kindergarten through grade 5 (some with voluntary pre-kindergarten programs), two middle schools with grades 6-8, one high school with grades 9-12 and one alternative high school. The District also includes one of the most extensive Community Education programs in the state, serving newborns up through senior citizens.
* Days: 261 days
* Hours: 8 hours per day (8:00am-4:30pm)
* Compensation/benefits: Per Unit Agreement

Primary Responsibilities:

* Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
* Advanced clerical skills
* Advanced word processing and excel skills
* Organizational and time management skills
* Knowledge of the department and or programs
* Basic account/bookkeeping skills
* Conflict resolution skills
* Leadership skills
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Advanced ability to utilize different software's
* Position requires advanced proficiency in technology, working collaboratively with office and district staff, and foreseeing and planning for upcoming scheduled events in a timely manner

Qualifications:

Education: 2 years of post-secondary required, 4 years degree preferred. Preferred bilingual in Spanish or Somali.

Experience:

3- 5 years of previous office, computer and accounting experience.

Application Process:

* Our online application system offers the opportunity to upload additional information such as a cover letter, resume, references and transcripts. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted.
* Interviews will be conducted with candidates that best meet the current needs of the District.
* Review of materials will start immediately.
* The position will be filled on an undesignated time-frame when, and not until, the right candidate emerges.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Equity is one of District One91's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. District One91 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.
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Clerical/administrative assistant job description example 3

Capstone Logistics clerical/administrative assistant job description

Shift:

1st Shift

* 5:00am - Finish
* Monday - Friday

Compensation:

$14.00/hr

Join our growing team! We are looking for motivated individuals who want to further their career in warehousing with Capstone Logistics. Capstone Logistics, is part of The Transportation and Logistics industry which has been designated a "Critical Infrastructure Segment", our associates are Essential.

Our Warehouse Associates load and unload both by hand and with equipment. Associates are paid by the truck. The harder you work, the more you earn!

Requirements

* High-energy individual with a strong work ethic, the work is fast paced and very physical
* Lift and carry a minimum of up to 25-75lbs, materials handled vary
* Prior warehouse and/or equipment experience is preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate
* All candidates should be over the age of 18 and will have to undergo a pre-employment drug test and background check

Why you should work with us:

* Get paid weekly -- Rewarding production pay -- your output means earnings, the harder you work the more you can make
* Benefits -- after 60 days of employment
* Career growth, Over 580 Sites nationally
* Join our travel team, see the country, learn how all our sites operate
* Paid Training, Safety Incentives

Capstone Logistics is the premier provider of 3rd Party services in distribution centers across the nation. With a foot print of over 400 DCs in 45 states and Canada, Capstone is the preferred partner for many major retailers, grocers and specialty companies. With high-growth expected this year, we are looking for top talent that is interested in career opportunities to grow with us!

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Capstone Logistics, LLC is part of The Transportation and Logistics industry which has been designated a "Critical Infrastructure Segment". As a "critical infrastructure industry" worker in the Transportation and Logistics industry, associates are considered exempt from local restrictions such as curfews, shelter-in-place orders, and other mobility restrictions when reporting to, returning from, or performing his or her work functions.
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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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