Office Administrator III General Administrative

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PURPOSE

Performs complex administrative and project activities in support of one or more departments or location(s). May lead or supervise the work of other office/operations administrative staff. Work assignments are complex in nature and require exercise of discretion and judgment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates all administrative activities and services relating to office/operations procedures, special analysis, project summaries and/or compliance functions.
• Perform general accounting activities and certain HR processes.
• Coordinate administrative support functions. Partners with others to ensure administrative processes meet internal and external requirements.
• May prepare sales orders and estimates and compile periodic sales reports; assists sales staff in resolving invoice problems and customer relations.
• Oversees purchase of office equipment ensuring supply needs are met and costs are minimized
• May recommend and implement approved process improvement, administrative changes or new initiatives.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices and ensures that employees observe all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injuries or damage; schedules periodic safety meetings and solicits recommended changes to improve safety procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May lead or supervise assigned staff.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

High school diploma or General Educational Degree (GED) and 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to compose effective and efficient reports and correspondence
• Ability to maintain confidentiality pertaining to personnel matters
• Ability to organize, prioritize and efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to explain complex topics in simple language
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Work is in an office setting and generally sedentary, but position may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• May be required to occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional travel by car or plane may be required in this position.