Administrative Assistant

D.R. Horton•Arlington, TX

32d•Onsite

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. The right candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Facilities Department or other assign leader by managing paperwork and records, preparing correspondence and reports, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day flow of information and materials.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to compose routine correspondence and reports
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a standardized office environment
Ability to read and interpret basic documents, instructions, and procedure manuals
Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, compute percentages, and interpret simple graphs or reports
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and resolve routine problems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and email
Ability to sit for extended periods, use hands and fingers for office tasks, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, and occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds; close vision and ability to adjust focus required

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of related administrative, clerical, reception, or office support experience preferred
Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school a plus
Bilingual a plus
Experience supporting office operations or departmental coordination is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform general clerical and administrative support for the department, including filing, data entry, document processing, and maintaining organized records
Prepare presentations, memoranda, routine correspondence, reports, and other business documents with accuracy and professionalism
Coordinate the flow of paperwork, files, and other materials between the office, field staff, and external partners as needed
Maintain accurate records, track routine administrative items, and support timely completion of departmental assignments
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve internal and external customers and support company goals
Regular and reliable attendance; ability to work overtime when required
Maintain orderly office files, records, and reports to support efficient department operations
Monitor incoming and outgoing paperwork and follow up to ensure information is complete and routed on time
Support special projects and routine administrative requests for department leadership
Perform additional duties as assigned