Administrative Assistant

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Administrative Assistant to join our team! In this role you will get to support our project teams on impactful infrastructure projects across Virginia.


 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Gathers statistics and general data; reviews and combines this information into established reports for use within and outside the unit.
• May develop new reports or revise existing reports, as directed. Such reports may be in spreadsheet or graphical formats, or narrative-style word processing.
• May be responsible for verifying data gathered, such as matching supplier invoices against file copies. Distributes reports as directed by immediate supervisor.
• Reviews time reports to verify accuracy of hours worked and Job#/WBS charges. Follows up to ensure timely processing of corrections.
• Maintains employee directory and related data pertaining to employees assigned to the unit, including company resumes. Tracks paid-time-off hours charged and maintains schedule of future hours to be taken.
• Originates correspondence and reports not requiring the personal attention of immediate supervisor. Answers telephone, taking and relaying messages.
• Receives, sorts, and distributes mail.
• May establish and maintain records of equipment, including a log of equipment service dates. May initiate requests for service.
• May obtain basic data for completion of the unit’s overhead budget and prepare associated recurring reports. May produce preliminary reconciliation as appropriate.
• May coordinate physical space requirements for the assigned unit. Initiates requests for PCs and telephones, and updates Corporate Directory as appropriate.
• May work closely with immediate supervisor in tracking timeliness of performance appraisals and preparing documents related to personnel actions.
• May periodically prepare an occupancy report by project or gather information to complete staffing reports for the unit and/or several projects, as directed by immediate supervisor.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and typically 5+ years of relevant work experience are required.
• Proficiency in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to analyze and revise operating practices to improve efficiency.
• Detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Previous experience providing administrative support to infrastructure projects is preferred, but not required.
• Some travel may be required to project locations within Virginia, so candidates that reside within Virginia are preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $22.93 - $40.14

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer,