Department Administrator

Penske Automotive Group • Turnersville, NJ

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About The Position

Chevrolet of Turnersville is seeking a knowledgeable, friendly Department Administrator to support dealership operations and help deliver exceptional customer experiences. The position provides ongoing administrative support to an office or group of managers, develops and maintains communication structures between departments, and provides supervisors with information that can support business opportunities. The role manages the assigned department’s day-to-day operational needs and performs administrative work such as processing invoices, budgets, and expense reports; creating materials and copies; and organizing and maintaining files and records. The Department Administrator also maintains strong working relationships across dealership departments. Pay is $17.00 per hour. The position works in a typical, usually quiet office environment. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Positive, professional, approachable, and friendly attitude, with enthusiasm, reliability, and a team-oriented approach.
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a fast-paced, results-driven, rapidly changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, stay organized, and pay close attention to details.
• Strong analytical, judgment, and critical-thinking skills.
• Knowledge of office administrative procedures and a strong background in office management.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks that support and improve existing systems.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to sit, walk, and stand; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or equivalent.
• Five to seven years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing administrative support to an office or set of managers.
• Develop and maintain communication structures between departments.
• Provide supervisors with information to support business opportunities.
• Manage the day-to-day operations and needs of the assigned department.
• Process invoices, budgets, and expense reports.
• Create materials and copies.
• Organize and maintain files and records.
• Maintain strong working relationships across dealership departments.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, memos, and general correspondence.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers promptly, courteously, accurately, and professionally.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health care options.
• 401(k) savings and retirement plan with company match.
• Training, resources, and opportunities for career growth and advancement tailored to individual performance, experience, and interests.

What This Job Offers

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