Administrative Technician

Boise Cascade•Kettle Falls, WA

About The Position

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for decades. Today we're one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America – and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Our broad national footprint provides opportunities in many career fields including sales, technical design/drafting, engineering, maintenance, I/T, administrative, production, warehousing, distribution and CDL truck driving. We’re invested in cultivating a respectful workplace culture that attracts, connects, grows, and retains a talented workforce – one where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Our people-centered approach to associate experience and engagement is rooted in our Core Values. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. And we're committed to investing in them. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas of your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. We call it, Total Rewards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of office equipment and computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Excellent understanding and application of proper punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
Ability to compose correspondence, research and prepare documents.
Excellent proofreading skills.
This position requires in-depth knowledge of a functional area of the organization.
Requires the ability to handle multiple projects/process simultaneously in order to successfully meet guidelines and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Post-high school education (college, vocational or specialized training) or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing general administrative duties, which may include data collection and entry, reconciliation, report development, and document processing requiring in-depth analysis, independent judgment, and a comprehensive knowledge of company and/or department procedures
Analyzes and/or compiles reports for use in functional areas.
Receives, analyzes, compiles, and summarizes information from other departments/sources, which may include data entry.
Performs varied tasks within a department.
Coordinates information or processes/procedures using independent assignments.
Originates own correspondence and reports.
Typically prioritizes and determines work methods and resources for assignments.
The work, not subject to audit or check, requires considerable accuracy and responsibility.
Mistakes are difficult to detect, may adversely affect relationships inside and outside the company, and could involve significant cost.
Researches and prepares reports and correspondence in technical administrative areas.
Responsible for the development and coordination of technical reports using independent judgment and a variety of resources.
Ability to understand and apply mathematical calculations and concepts involving fractions, decimals, and percentages, etc.
Uses solid editing and proofreading skills in composing the format and content of technical documents.
Distributes and/or relays information to other departments, internal and external customers.
Exercises independent judgment in problem solving and customer contact.
Supervisor or others may provide suggestions for handling unusual or nonrecurring transactions.