ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The Home Depot•Schaumburg, IL

7d•$41,600 - $52,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant performs full administrative and general office duties in support of a Director and/or department. This role involves managing daily office operations, coordinating schedules, preparing correspondence, and providing support to ensure the smooth functioning of the department.

Requirements

Must be eighteen years of age or older.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Provides primary support to a specific supervisor and/or department.
Typically has frequent contacts outside the workgroup.
Typically assignments follow existing routines or instructions.
Typically considers among a few options and past practice when solving problems.
Typically, guidance is always available and prior permission is required before changing work methods.
Completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.

Nice To Haves

PC skills, knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access), Lotus Notes and the Internet.
Strong written/verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Skills in operating office equipment (e.g., fax, copier, phone, etc.).

Responsibilities

Performs clerical duties such as typing, note taking, and managing daily mail to make certain that order is maintained within the office or department and documents are accurate.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining official documents and records in appropriate files to ensure organization of materials.
Schedules and coordinates appointments and makes arrangements for meetings, conferences and travel to ensure effective management of supervisor's/department's calendar.
Prepares routine letters, memorandums, agendas, presentations, forms, etc.
Maintains Director's email and voicemail correspondence to maintain adequate and timely communication.
Screens telephone calls and resolves or refers them as appropriate.
Assists with some light accounting/budget review.