Project Administrative Assistant
Calista BriceAbout the role
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Administrative Assistant will play a central role in supporting technical, administrative, accounting, and project-related functions to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. This position serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers while also providing behind-the-scenes support to multiple departments. Success in this role requires personal initiative, a professional and positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Assignments are often deadline-driven, so the Project Administrative Assistant must be able to set priorities, take ownership of projects, work efficiently, and consistently produce high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Greet and assist visitors, ensuring they are directed to the appropriate location or contact.
- Maintain and update office directories.
- Collect and distribute daily mail to staff.
- Receive and log packages, including certified deliveries.
- Manage calendars for personnel, vehicle usage, and field telephone/Wi-Fi devices.
- Schedule conference rooms and provide meeting setup support.
- Carry out errands and deliveries to support daily business functions.
- Order and maintain inventory of office and kitchen supplies.
- Serve as the primary contact for office equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Coordinate travel requests and arrangements.
- Schedule and track all employee training and certifications.
- Expedite requests and processes as needed to support operational efficiency.
- Assist in preparing and processing employee expense reports.
- Support credit card reconciliation processes.
- Assist with invoice processing, including scanning, filing, and maintaining electronic and hard copy records.
- Assist Project Managers in preparing materials and logistics for fieldwork.
- Assemble Job Boxes with required documentation and supplies.
- Assist in ordering and expediting field supplies to meet project timelines.
- Assist with union dispatching for union employees for projects.
- Assist with union employee hiring requests and internal tracking for projects.
- Administer new employee drug testing during the onboarding process as needed.
- Facilitate referrals for drug testing to be scheduled for non-local hiring as needed.
- Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
- Perform other duties as directed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Basic understanding of administrative and accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
- Working knowledge of office systems, processes, and administrative best practices.
- Skilled at maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Ability to use collaborative tools like Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or Slack for communication and scheduling.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees, business partners, and clients.
- Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Accurate data entry skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and learn new systems or processes.
- Familiarity with document management systems and electronic filing best practices.
- Greet and assist visitors in a professional, service-oriented manner.
- Customer service skills focused on creating positive experiences for visitors and internal staff.
- Follow verbal and written instructions to complete assignments efficiently.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while escalating issues appropriately.
- Manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborate effectively in a team setting while also working independently.
- Maintain a professional appearance consistent with company standards.
- Safely and efficiently operate a motor vehicle.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or related field preferred.
- One (1) year prior experience in administrative support or office coordination roles preferred.
- Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy.
- Ability to pass drug, driving, an
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