Administrative Assistant - Project Management Office

Centrus Energy • Oak Ridge, TN

3d • $46,036 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant provides a wide variety of general administrative, clerical and secretarial support to a department or group. Exercises independent judgment on assignments that are moderately difficult; requires instructions only on new assignments. The role involves creating polished documents, reports, and presentations, ensuring clear and accurate communication, and summarizing complex information. Responsibilities include managing records, maintaining office supplies, prioritizing incoming information, and supporting document control systems. This role acts as a problem solver, keeping leaders on track, supporting the team, and assisting newer employees. The position offers variety, impact, and the opportunity to optimize departmental operations.

Requirements

• High School diploma or satisfactory completion of the General Educational Development test (G.E.D.)
• Three to five (3-5) years’ administrative experience
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” level security clearance
• Demonstrated PC proficiency, including Microsoft Office Software and Adobe Acrobat

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree
• Currently possesses or has the ability to obtain a “Q” level security clearance
• Experience providing support in a production or manufacturing environment
• Experience requesting and coordinating purchase requisitions in Oracle
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize as needed
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communications skill
• Outstanding organizational abilities

Responsibilities

• Create polished documents, reports, and presentations.
• Ensure clear, accurate, and professional communication.
• Turn complex information into compelling summaries.
• Act as the first point of contact for phone calls and visitors.
• Manage meetings, calendars, and travel arrangements.
• Handle day-to-day coordination.
• Manage records and maintain office supplies.
• Prioritize incoming information.
• Support document control systems.
• Act as a problem solver for leaders and the team.
• Support and help newer employees.
• Ensure the department runs at its best.

Benefits

• Pre-employment background check
• Pre-employment drug test
• Random drug testing program
• Drug testing in the event of any incident causing injury or damage to property
• Drug testing if there is reasonable suspicion of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Background investigation by the Federal government for Q security clearance
• Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED