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Administrative Assistant (Bilingual)

Seaboard Marine

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jan 2025

💰 $34,000/yr

About the role

Starting rate: $17 per hour

Long-term employment with opportunities for growth.

We offer excellent benefits including:

401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match
Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision insurance (Starting DAY ONE)
Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
Paid Time Off – (15 Days; prorated before 1st year)
Parental Leave
Paid holidays

POSITION SUMMARY: This position involves the responsibility of performing administrative functions that provide support to the department assigned. The candidate will work onsite, in different departments as needed and assigned by the Human Resources personnel. Will also provide assistance to the manager of the department assigned to carrying out general office functions that are routine in nature and are performed in accordance with general work instructions and established office practices, procedures and precedents. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. GEOGRAPHIC REGION:Please note applications out of the geographic region for the position applied will not be considered. QUALIFICATIONS: Required

Intermediate verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
Thorough knowledge of business English and Spanish, including proper spelling and punctuation.
Intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS Word, and Outlook, with a basic-intermediate level in Excel.
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively, with a positive demeanor and high energy, with customers, business associates from Latin America, executives, and the general public.
Strong time management and organizational skills. Must be able to prioritize.
Thorough knowledge of office practices, procedures, and proper usage of office equipment.
Skilled in composition and preparation of correspondence, reports, minutes, and other written materials with accuracy and reasonable speed.
Ability to perform and prioritize a variety of administrative assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow procedures and instructions.
Ability to report to work onsite and on time on a consistent basis.
Ability to work additional hours as needed.

Preferred

One (1) year of experience working as an Administrative Assistant in a fast-paced office environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports the Accounts Payable department assisting with various administrative duties, as assigned.
Supports the Insurance & Claims department assisting with various administrative duties, as assigned.
Supports the Human Resources department assisting with various administrative duties, as assigned.
Supports the Admin Support department assisting with various administrative duties and/or event setup, as assigned.
Covers Reception and the Executive department, as needed.
Answers incoming telephone calls and directs them as necessary. Delivers messages as necessary.
Receives and screens all office visitors.
Scans documents, produce photocopies, and manage correspondence (such as email, postal mail, electronic documents, etc.).
Prepares reports requested by management, where information may be obtained from a variety of sources.
Type letters and memoranda with management guidance. Proofreads documents for grammar edits, obtain necessary signatures and routes appropriately.
Submits service calls for office machines and building problems that need repair. Follows up to ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner.