Administrative Assistant

This is a remote position.

Full Job Description:

About us

Harc was founded in 1951 by visionary parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who recognized their childrens worth and value to society. These parents became fierce advocates fighting against exclusion isolation discrimination lack of opportunity unemployment and low expectations for disabled individuals. Their grassroots efforts forged lasting partnerships with generous individuals foundations corporations and community leaders raising the funds and awareness necessary to create life-changing programs.

Advocacy efforts and community-based services guide the people we support along the path toward building fulfilling lives of inclusion and meaning. Harcs services begin at birth and continue throughout the lifespan offering a range of support enrichment employment and residential services across Greater Hartford.

To be successful as an administrative assistant candidates should be professional polite and attentive while also being accurate. They should always be prepared and responsive willing to meet each challenge directly. Administrative assistants must be comfortable with computers general office tasks and excel at both verbal and written communication. Most importantly administrative assistants should have a genuine desire to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities:

--Handling office tasks such as filing generating reports and presentations setting up for meetings and reordering supplies.

--Providing real-time scheduling support by booking appointments and preventing conflicts.

--Making travel arrangements such as booking flights and cars and making hotel and restaurant reservations.

--Screening phone calls and routing callers to the appropriate party.

--Using computers to generate reports transcribe minutes from meetings create presentations and conduct research.

--Greet and assist visitors.

--Maintain polite and professional communication via phone e-mail and mail.

--Anticipate the needs of others to ensure their seamless and positive experience.

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time/ Contract/ Temporary (Optional)

Expected hours: 20-40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Pay: 30.00 - $35.00 per hour (Pay level dependent on candidates relevant experience/training and work performance).

Job location: Remote

Requirements

Qualification:

--Associates Degree in a related field.

--Attention to detail.

--Multilingual may be preferred or required.

--Desire to be proactive and create a positive experience for others.

Experience:

Great Customer Service.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Highest commitment to customer service and satisfaction.

Prior administrative experience.

Excellent computer skills especially typing.

Benefits

--Opportunities for professional development and certification.

--Collaborative and supportive work environment.

--401(k)

--Dental insurance

--Health insurance

--Vision insurance

--Paid Time Off (PTO)

-- Generous Parental and Family Leave