Administrative Assistant

Marriott•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves entering and retrieving information from computer databases, transmitting information, operating standard office equipment, and preparing documents using various software. The role also includes handling mail, maintaining filing systems, and compiling records. A key aspect of the job is adhering to company policies, maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor, ensuring confidentiality, and protecting company assets. The position requires excellent guest service skills, including welcoming and assisting guests, and communicating professionally both verbally and in writing. Teamwork and positive working relationships are essential. The role involves some physical activity, such as lifting objects up to 10 pounds. Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and fostering an environment that values diverse backgrounds. Westin aims to empower guests to enhance their well-being, and seeks passionate, active, optimistic, and adventurous associates who prioritize their own well-being.

Requirements

Ability to enter and retrieve information from computer databases using a keyboard, mouse, or trackball.
Ability to transmit information or documents using a computer, mail, or facsimile machine.
Ability to operate standard office equipment other than computers.
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.
Skills in handling incoming and outgoing mail.
Ability to create and maintain computer- and paper-based filing and organization systems.
Ability to compile, copy, sort, and file records.
Ability to enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
Professional and clean uniform and personal appearance.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
Ability to protect company assets.
Ability to welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards.
Ability to anticipate and address guests’ service needs.
Ability to assist individuals with disabilities.
Ability to speak with others using clear and professional language.
Ability to prepare and review written documents accurately and completely.
Ability to answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
Ability to support team to reach common goals.
Ability to listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Passionate
Active
Takes pride in how they maintain their well-being
Optimistic
Adventurous

Responsibilities

Enter and retrieve information from computer databases using a keyboard, mouse, or trackball to update records, files, reservations, and answer inquiries.
Transmit information or documents using a computer, mail, or facsimile machine.
Operate standard office equipment other than computers.
Prepare letters, memos, and other documents using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail, including date stamping and distributing incoming mail.
Create and maintain computer- and paper-based filing and organization systems for records, reports, documents, etc.
Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities.
Enter and locate work-related information using computers and/or point of sale systems.
Follow all company policies and procedures.
Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards.
Anticipate and address guests’ service needs.
Assist individuals with disabilities.
Thank guests with genuine appreciation.
Speak with others using clear and professional language.
Prepare and review written documents accurately and completely.
Answer telephones using appropriate etiquette.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
Support team to reach common goals.
Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.