Administrative Assistant at a Local University

The Boston-based university seeks dynamic, self-driven Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support to a busy office on campus. This is a contract position with the potential of going permanent. 

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

• Answering busy phones and corresponding via email
• Maintaining detailed and organized files and database systems
• Multitasking and being able to quickly transition from one task to another
• Managing high volume demands for upper management’s time by prioritizing requests and exercising independent judgment
• Preparing meeting agendas, taking meeting notes, and acting as a resource for all office-based projects and initiatives
• Researching and preparing reports in anticipation of specific information needs

Required Qualifications:

• B. A. / B. S.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including proofreading)
• Strong understanding of MS Office programs
• Detail-oriented and attentive to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, as well as work collaboratively with a team