Opportunities From: ServeMaine

An administrative assistant helps keep an office or organization running smoothly by handling a variety of organizational, communication, and support tasks. Responsibilities can vary by industry and employer, but commonly include: Answering phone calls and responding to emails; Greeting visitors and directing inquiries; Maintaining filing systems (physical and digital). Drafting letters, emails, reports, and memos; taking meeting notes and preparing minutes; Serving as a point of contact between departments, clients, and management. Assisting managers and executives with daily tasks. Entering and updating data in company systems; ordering office supplies and managing inventory; responding to customer questions and requests; scheduling client appointments; following up on inquiries and maintaining professional relationships; word processing and spreadsheet programs (such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel or Google Docs)  

Key Skills:  Organization and time management; written and verbal communication; attention to detail; problem-solving; multitasking; customer service; working knowledge or proficiency with office software.