Description

We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for an Administrative Assistant in the education sector, based in SCHENECTADY, New York. As an Administrative Assistant, your core function will be to provide comprehensive support to the HR department, handle communication tasks, and manage a variety of administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Handle inbound and outbound calls, providing excellent customer service

• Schedule meetings and manage email correspondence

• Support the HR department in its various functions

• Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of customer credit records

• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Undertake printing and copying tasks as required

• Display excellent communication skills in all interactions

• Maintain an organized and efficient workspace

• Demonstrate tech-savviness in all tasks.

Requirements • Proven experience in answering inbound calls, displaying excellent telephone etiquette.

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on providing high-quality support to students, staff, and parents.

• Proficient in data entry, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

• Ability to handle email correspondence professionally and timely.

• Experience in handling both inbound and outbound calls, demonstrating excellent communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for managing and organizing data.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook for email communication, scheduling and task management.

• Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint for creating effective presentations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word for drafting letters, creating reports, and other written communications.

• Ability to schedule appointments efficiently, ensuring smooth running of administrative operations. TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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