Admin Assistant - Dedicated Transportation

Ryder•Rancho Cordova, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant I will handle a variety of tasks including administrative support to department staff. During non-peak months (February-August), the work schedule will be Sunday-Thursday, 12:00 AM - 8:30 AM. During peak months (September-January), the schedule will be Thursday-Monday, 12:00 AM - 8:30 AM. Ryder is a World-Class, Fortune 500 organization with over 85 years in business and more than 36,000 employees worldwide, offering stability and peace of mind. We are seeking candidates who can provide creativity, agility, and superior customer service. A strong work ethic and a desire to succeed and grow are essential. Commitment to Ryder's core values (Trust, Innovation, Expertise, Collaboration, and Safety) and the ability to embrace technology are crucial. This role serves as a management and professional representative of the Ryder organization.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma/GED, Required
Three (3) years to Five (5) years or more in advanced administrative positions, Required
Requires strong knowledge or specialized training and a comprehensive understanding of general aspects of the functional area. Must be able to apply knowledge and skills to varied situations Advanced, Required
PC skills to include MS Office (Word, Excel) Advanced, Required
Prior knowledge of company procedures and policies Advanced, Required
Performs work independently with minimal supervision.
Work can generally be completed without established procedures.
Must have demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks under own initiative, Required
Applies advanced skills in area of specialization, Required
Ability to maintain confidential information., Required
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)., Required
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team., Required
Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills., Required
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment., Required
Excellent organizational skills. Ability to prioritize, Required
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must have good writing composition skills, Required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in related field, Preferred

Responsibilities

Answers phone, takes messages, answers routine inquiries, schedules appointments, meetings and keeps manager's calendar
Resolves routine issues in absence of manager.
Coordinates special projects and analysis for manager.
Maintains budget and/or expense reports.
Makes recommendations on and prepares budget and manager expense reports
Develops reports and presentations
Compiles, researches and tabulates data and may perform some analysis
Acts as interface with internal or external customers
Sorts, opens and distributes mail.
Makes travel arrangements
Types, designs correspondence, memos, tables or graphs
Maintains files for the department
May periodically assist in training and checking the work of lower level employees
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

401(K) Savings Plan with a company match
Discounted stock purchase options
Performance-based annual cost of living increases
Comprehensive training
Ability to continue your professional development
Regional and local Ryder resources to help guide and support
Additional day of Paid Time Off for Military Veterans
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options
Paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave
Tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan