Receptionist/Administrative Assistant (On-Site)

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant (On-Site)

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in LA, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas such as healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need whether those needs are meeting stringent codes, meeting a bottom line, sticking to a hard construction schedule, or developing a structural system that creates a landmark.

Our LA office is currently seeking an enthusiastic administrative professional to join our downtown office as a full-time, on-site Receptionist/Administrative Assistant.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a detail-minded person with a creative and collaborative work style.

The pay rate for this position generally ranges between $49,000 and $58,000 per year. This range is a good faith estimate pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including company geographic differentials, education level, and candidate qualifications.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and life insurance, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, a generous paid time off program and company holidays, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, and financial support for professional activities.

We offer a flexible work schedule and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. You will benefit from focused professional development within a highly supportive and transparent team environment. We also offer opportunities for committee participation and leadership, a mentorship program, variety in work assignments, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile.

Daily responsibilities involve the prioritization and completion of both recurring and ad-hoc administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming calls from the Reception area and appropriately and professionally directs callers and visitors.
• Order, stock, and take inventory of office/kitchen equipment and supplies.
• Provide administrative support services such as document processing and distribution, calendar invite assistance, and project task coordination.
• Perform light cleaning and general upkeep of office/conference room/kitchen.
• Set-up/clean-up conference room for meetings.
• Assist Office Manager and other Functional Departments on special projects as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proficient in MS Office.
• 2+ years of administrative support experience.
• Keen attention to detail and proofreading skills.

Desired Requirements:

• Experience working in a professional services firm.
• Associates Degree or equivalent college/certificate course work.
• Motivated to provide administrative support to all levels of staff.

Click the Apply Now button. Please submit your resume and a targeted cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. And we go beyond the laws - we are truly committed to increasing the diversity of our team and we value the different perspectives, skills, and experiences it brings to our firm.