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Office assistant job description

Updated March 14, 2024
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Office assistants are administrative professionals who ensure that all office needs are met by managing office supplies, taking phone calls, updating office calendars, managing conference room reservations, and ensuring that all fixtures and equipment in the office are working properly. They should be able to keep track of all supplies, equipment, and fixtures.

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Example office assistant requirements on a job description

Office assistant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in office assistant job postings.
Sample office assistant requirements
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Experience in data entry and record keeping
  • Understanding of basic accounting principles
Sample required office assistant soft skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Excellent customer service skills

Office assistant job description example 1

U-Haul office assistant job description

Are you an experienced administrator and communicator? If so, consider becoming U-Haul's newest Office Clerk! In this role you will help to act as the glue of your center, assisting the Senior Office Clerk in supporting personnel. In exchange U-Haul offers opportunities for advancement and an excellent suite of benefits.
U-Haul offers Office Clerks:


Career stability Opportunities for advancement Health insurance & Prescription plans if eligible Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days if eligible Life insurance MetLaw Legal program MetLife auto and home insurance Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, cell phone plans, hotels, and more 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Plan 24-hour physician available for kids Dental & Vision Plans Subsidized gym/fitness membership if eligible Business and travel insurance YouMatter EAP LifeLock Identity Theft Protection Critical Illness/Group Accident Insurance



Office Clerk Primary Responsibilities:


Work under the direction of the Senior Office clerk Assist with payroll, time off requests, and onboarding Assist with purchase orders and invoices Act as first point of contact for HR matters



Office Clerk Minimum Qualifications:


Excellent computer skills (especially Microsoft Office) Experience in basic bookkeeping and tracking of financial transactions


AMERCO and its family of companies, including U-Haul, have strived to create a culture of health and wellness. As of February 1, 2020, and consistent with applicable state law, no AMERCO or U-Haul company will hire individuals in states where it may lawfully decline to hire individuals who use nicotine products. By continuing with this application, you are indicating that, if hired, you consent to nicotine screening in the future. This policy will not apply to team members hired before February 1, 2020.

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.
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Office assistant job description example 2

Rutgers University office assistant job description

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Clerical Assistant for the Department of Physics & Astronomy.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

Provides general clerical/office support to the Department of Physics & Astronomy, Graduate and Undergraduate office, Department Administration and Business office. Responsibilities include data entry and queries in various online Rutgers Systems, basic record keeping, tracking spreadsheets, emailing/communicating with faculty and staff, filing paperwork both paper and electronic. Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Professional applications are primarily used . Prepares travel and business expense reimbursements using Rutgers Systems. Assists in department organization and planning activities. Other Duties as assigned.



Minimum Education and Experience



High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience.



Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities



Relevant experience in an administrative function.



Overview


The School of Arts and Sciences ( SAS ) at Rutgers University is the largest academic unit of the University and is comprised of 41 academic departments spanning humanities, social, physical and life sciences and over 100 different majors, plus programs, centers, bureaus and institutes. SAS has a membership of over 2,000 permanent and temporary faculty (instructional and research), teaching and graduate assistants, part-time lecturers, and post-doctoral appointees, and over 500 administrative staff.

Arts and Sciences delivers a wide array of services in support of the teaching, research, and service missions of the School. We are committed to providing academic departments, programs, and centers in the School of Arts and Sciences with reliable and trusted service, clear policies and procedures, innovative technologies, and a commitment to administrative excellence and efficiency.

The School of Arts and Sciences promotes anti-racist, inclusive, equity enhancing ideas and practices both inside and outside of the classroom for our community of educators, staff, and students. This includes a diverse set of voices and experiences. All individuals no matter their race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, nationality, history, sexual orientation, religious practices, or socio-economic status are valued and respected. The School of Arts and Sciences is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to and support the diversity and excellence of the organization. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our commitment to these values.
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Office assistant job description example 3

BrightView office assistant job description

Looking for an opportunity where success comes naturally? Then you may have found your crew. We're looking for a General Office Staff to join our team.
Here's what you'd do:


General Office Staff will be responsible for assisting multiple leaders in our BrightView Branch. This individual will work with external customers, service partners and various operation and support personnel as well as our Field Support Center. They will own the administrative functions for the team they support.


You'd be responsible for:


Perform variety of administrative duties including building/updating spreadsheets and maintaining files Customer service in bound and out bound calling Work closely with your Office Manager and Branch Manager to ensure all objectives are accomplished and deadlines are met Analyze data and make recommendations for process improvement Work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service Trouble-shoot issues and resolve problems within your team Monitor equipment files, and MVR pulls to support our Fleet Management programs Order office supplies and/or perform other administrative functions as needed, to be a team player in a fast paced highly collaborative environment


You might be a good fit if you have:


2 years' experience in administrative support and customer service


And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:


Proven written and verbal communication skills Outstanding customer service skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Ability to deal with multiple tasks, work independently and is a highly motivated, self-starter Ability to work with confidential information Critical thinking and problem-solving skills A team player and supportive business partner attitude JDE and CM11 experience Bilingual English/Spanish



Here's what to know about working here:


At BrightView, we're a tight-knit crew who are as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about each other. Though we're the nation's leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.

If you're looking to join a crew of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you might just have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there's no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.

In addition to industry-leading development opportunities, you'll also have benefits and perks like:

Competitive salary Paid time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance


Think you've found your crew?


BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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