Administrative Assistant -Transportation Department

This position is located in Redding, CT

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Meadow Ridge is the premier life care retirement community in Fairfield County, located on 136 acres in beautiful Redding, Connecticut. In this unique and enriching environment, we offer Independent and Assisted Living apartment homes, as well as a skilled Health Center where we provide our residents with quality care and services.
We are currently seeking a Coordinator to provide administrative support for our Transportation department
FT opportunity
M- F but must be willing and available to cover weekend and evening shifts when required.
$23/hr
Primary responsibilities of the role include:
• Answer phone calls and emails for transportation requests
• Take and enter ride reservations
• Help schedule and dispatch drivers
• Keep records updated and organized (Excel, filing, data entry)
• Support the Transportation Manager with daily tasks
• Assist residents with staff with transportation questions
The successful candidate:
Minimum one (1) year related work experience; transportation a plus
Will be detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Experience in a professional office setting or hospitality environment, where good communication (especially heavy telephones) and customer relations skills are essential
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel

As a community associate at Meadow Ridge, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
8 holidays & 2 floating holidays
Discounted Meal Program
Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
Associate Referral Bonus Program
Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
Tuition Reimbursement Program*
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
Use of Community Fitness Center and Pool
*Eligibility may vary by employment status