Administrative Assistant

Who We Are and What We Do:

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our team at our Dysart, Iowa location! 

What You Will Do:

• Attend and actively participate in location and administrative meetings.
• Compose and proofread correspondence, spreadsheets, presentations, and reports.
• Provide general administrative support: data entry, mailings, filing, grain elections, answering phones, greeting visitors.
• Maintain management systems and ensure compliance with record-keeping and regulatory standards.
• Interface with various functions across the organization.
• Coordinate community engagement activities and donations.
• Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable accurately.
• Back up payroll processing and assist employees with HR-related questions.
• Maintain inventory of office, break room, and janitorial supplies.
• Process seed truck movements and scale trucks during harvest/discard operations.
• Complete required records and reports accurately.
• Resolve routine and non-routine inquiries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• You possess a high school diploma or equivalent

What Skills You Need:

• Possess a minimum of two (2) years’ administrative experience
• Valid U.S. driver’s license so you can drive company vehicles when needed.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Customer service orientation and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn other company specific programs.
• Willingness to learn company-specific applications.
• Commitment to health and safety standards.
• Ability to work overtime, including long days and weekends during seasonal peaks

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Associates Degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field
• Three (3) years of Administrative support experience
• Human Resources (HR) and/or payroll experience

Work Authorization and Relocation:

• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position
• This position does NOT offer a comprehensive domestic relocation package 

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

• This role will be on site at our Corteva location

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.