Overview
Administrative Assistant Jobs in Lexington, MA at Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.
Connexion’s mission is to provide "best in class" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve.
Administrative Assistant – 2 openings
Ability to get secret clearance
Job Description:
Primary responsibility will be to help ensure smooth coordination and management of all administrative activities for highly dynamic offices. This will include managing training requirements, supporting onboarding and offboarding of new employees, coordinating meeting arrangements, standardizing and organizing processes, and supporting various special projects as needed. Demonstrates strong calendar management skills, including not only scheduling meetings and appointments, but also proactively coordinating complex calendars, anticipating conflicts, managing priorities and adjusting schedules in response to changing needs. Additional responsibilities include answering phones, booking travel, processing expense vouchers, escorting visitors, processing electronic shopping carts and PCard purchases, maintaining supplies, entering timesheets, filing both paper and electronic information, and processing a variety of Laboratory forms.
The ideal candidate will be a mature, personable, and responsible contributor for these dynamic offices. Able to work both cooperatively and independently, set priorities, and manage multiple concurrent tasks accurately and reliably. Must be able to work effectively with a broad range of levels both within and outside the organization. Must be able to work independently and take initiative, while also collaborating effectively with peers and following direction from leaders. Outstanding written, oral communication and organization skills are essential. Position requires handling of classified material.
Requirements:
High school diploma, GED or equivalent is required, post high school education preferred
A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible administrative experience
Outstanding organizational skills with demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks seamlessly and with excellent attention to detail
Proactive and independent approach to problem solving and decision making
Effective ability to work both independently and as a team player on both short-term and longer-term tasks
Highly effective communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, including quick and efficient responses to emails and phone calls
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
- Extensive experience with PC operation and Microsoft Office suite is required.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretionMust possess strong administrative skills; self-confidence, attention to detail, mature judgment, cooperative and a responsible attitude, and a conscientious and organized approach to work in a changing environment along with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and possess great flexibility
- Preferred Skill:
Experience with SAP/SRM and electronic document management systems is preferred (but on site training is provided).
Other:
Clearance: Interim clearance sufficient to start
Work Location: Candidate will be required to work onsite 5 days/wk
Interview Process: Initial phone or zoom. If candidate advances, can expect an onsite interview.
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Pay: $28.00 – $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- progressively responsible administrative: 5 years (Required)
- MS Office: 5 years (Required)
- SAP/SRM and document management systems: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.
Location: Lexington, MA
