Agricultural Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US:
We are a small agriculture based company located in Warden, WA and have been in business for over 90 years.  We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid vacation/sick/holidays, and voluntary dental.

Agricultural Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant will provide flexible operational support across multiple departments within the organization.  This position will provide coverage and assistance where needed to help maintain efficient office operations, support employees and managers, and ensure timely completion of tasks.

This position requires someone who is extremely detail oriented, highly organized, learns quickly, retains information easily, is able to meet strict project deadlines, and is adaptable when new tasks/deadlines are introduced throughout the day.

$22.00 per hour or DOE/Q

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to):

·         Assist with data collection, reporting, and tracking for various departments.

·         Precise data entry and track/manage changes to seed inventory.

·         Schedule exams & complete applications for certifications.

·         Prepare packaging orders for seeds and samples.

·         Prepare seed samples for testing and facilitate the best transit method to independent labs.

·         Professionally respond to vendors, customers, and co-workers via phone and email.

·         Maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems and assist with record retention.

·         Ability to learn new computer programs, databases, and departmental processes.

·         Maintain confidentiality of personnel, operational, and customer information.

·         Follow established safety procedures, company policies, and applicable agricultural and regulatory requirements.

·         Demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and willingness to assist wherever needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         High School Diploma or equivalent.  Post secondary education is preferred.

·         Exceptional ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and extremely detail oriented are requirements.

·         Exceptional verbal and written English skills at a Professional level are requirements.

·         Exceptional customer service skills.

·         Exceptional computer skills including proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel, and Outlook.

·         Exceptional, positive team player but also work independently to achieve task deadlines.

·         Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is a requirement for this position.

·         Agriculture experience is preferred but not a requirement.

·         Proficient math skills.

·         Experience using office equipment – 10 Key, Copier, Scanner, Phone.

·         Reliable transportation.

·         Insurable and bondable.

·         Ability to work a few Saturdays during crop season.

Qualified Applicants , please email your resume and your cover letter with a detailed description of why you are applying for this position and why you would like to work for an agriculture company.

Position will remain open until filled.