Administrative Asst

American Electric Power • Charleston, WV

4d • $22 - $33

About The Position

Responsible for performing administrative support duties within the assigned area. Responsibilities are specific to the organizational unit (i.e. region, district, department, plant, etc.) What You'll Do: 1.) Major responsibilities: under immediate supervision, perform basic, routine administrative duties, following well defined, standard procedures, assist with document processing, assist in compiling special reports and request information from other areas, assist in filing and retrieval of information in both hard copy and electronic formats, answer telephone, take messages, communicate via electronic mail as necessary, receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, use keyboard (computer/typewriter) to enter data, perform calculations and/or retrieve information, operate a wide variety of electronic and mechanical office equipment. 2.) Communication and interpersonal skills: listens to and understands written and verbal instruction, communicates effectively with co-workers and other employees and/or customers outside work area, answers phone calls clearly and with a friendly, helpful tone, records messages accurately with appropriate information, works effectively and productively with others, actively helps others with assignments as necessary to maintain department productivity. 3.) Customer focus: answers customer questions but knows when appropriate to refer questions or issues to others, actively learns the function of the department and each employee responsibility to assist customers more effectively, exhibits concern and sensitivity to others. 4.) Problem solving and initiative: applies basic education and training in job responsibilities and assignments; asks questions when unsure of how to handle an assignment and demonstrates ability and initiative to handle assignments beyond the basic, routine level. What You'll Need: Education requirements are listed below: High school or GED Work Experience requirement listed below: Six-nine months of post-high school experience in learning and utilizing administrative office procedures, practices and equipment (i.e. business English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, letter writing, telephone technique) desirable Must possess the ability to organize data and processes and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Displays good analytical and problem solving skills Demonstrated proficiency with computers and the use of office oriented software products OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical demand level is Sedentary In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you.

Requirements

• High school or GED
• Six-nine months of post-high school experience in learning and utilizing administrative office procedures, practices and equipment (i.e. business English, grammar, spelling, punctuation, letter writing, telephone technique) desirable
• Must possess the ability to organize data and processes and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Displays good analytical and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with computers and the use of office oriented software products

Responsibilities

• under immediate supervision, perform basic, routine administrative duties, following well defined, standard procedures
• assist with document processing
• assist in compiling special reports and request information from other areas
• assist in filing and retrieval of information in both hard copy and electronic formats
• answer telephone, take messages, communicate via electronic mail as necessary
• receive and distribute incoming and outgoing mail
• use keyboard (computer/typewriter) to enter data, perform calculations and/or retrieve information
• operate a wide variety of electronic and mechanical office equipment
• listens to and understands written and verbal instruction
• communicates effectively with co-workers and other employees and/or customers outside work area
• answers phone calls clearly and with a friendly, helpful tone
• records messages accurately with appropriate information
• works effectively and productively with others
• actively helps others with assignments as necessary to maintain department productivity
• answers customer questions but knows when appropriate to refer questions or issues to others
• actively learns the function of the department and each employee responsibility to assist customers more effectively
• exhibits concern and sensitivity to others
• applies basic education and training in job responsibilities and assignments
• asks questions when unsure of how to handle an assignment and demonstrates ability and initiative to handle assignments beyond the basic, routine level

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

What This Job Offers

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