Administrative Assistant - Temporary Pool

MSU Denver Applicant Site • Denver, CO

16d

About The Position

Administrative Assistants ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the office, and support the work of management and other staff.

Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience working in an office setting
• Experience collaborating with others on projects
• Experience providing customer service
• Experience using computer programs for: word processing, databases, spreadsheets, email, and internet
• Experience using office equipment, including but not limited to: computer, voice messaging systems, fax, and photo copiers.
• Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
• Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.
• Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.
• Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field is preferred and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 year of education is equivalent to 2 years of experience)
• Post-secondary education in business, computers, or clerical experience is an asset
• Experience coordinating travel arrangements for professional staff

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level