Administrative Assistant 2

Administrative/Clerical Administrative Assistant 2 Goleta, CA Posted: 9/21/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 224916 Job Category: Administrative/Clerical Position Type: Associate - W2 Duration: 17 Shift: 1 PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant 2, in Goleta, CA. Job ID#224916 Pay Rate: $32 - $37/hr Job Description: Performs normal office functions such as setting up and maintaining files; interviewing callers and making proper referrals; arranging meetings and conferences; and receiving, referring, or answering mail. Reviews drafts and finished documents for appropriate grammatical usage; answers questions relating to office operations and established policies and procedures. Gathers, compiles and reports on information relevant to supervisors assignment. May take and transcribe dictation. Basic Qualifications for Administrative Assistant 2 This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks Experience with office equipment (e.g., fax machines, printers) Handling incoming and outgoing mail and packages. Preferred Qualifications for Administrative Assistant 2 Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills. Proficiency in computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point). Must Have Microsoft 365: Advanced proficiency in Word (mail merge, formatting), Excel (pivot tables, formulas), PowerPoint (designing presentations), and Outlook (email rules, calendar sharing). Outstanding communication and customer service skills Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit or The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled PDS Defense