Administrative Assistant

J.B. Hunt; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Six weeks of maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Administration, Facilities & Secretarial team in Commerce, CA. You will handle scheduling, correspondence, filing, and basic reporting, helping ensure smooth operations across departments.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School diploma or GED, strong typing and MS Office skills, and good communication. This role offers full-time hours, benefits, and opportunities to grow within a large logistics company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with up to 1 year of professional experience.
• Experience in an administrative role preferred.
• Strong typing speed and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison with employees at all levels, other departments, customers and outside agencies.
• Assist management with duties including reporting, filing, researching and project support.
• Prepare reports, memos and letters; compose and edit correspondence.
• Handle incoming communications: calls, emails, visitors, and routine questions.
• Maintain files and logs for presentations and reports.
• Coordinate schedules, deliveries and events as needed.

Skills

Administrative experience

Typing

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Time management

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Title:Administrative AssistantDepartment:Administration, Facilities & SecretarialCountry:United States of AmericaState/Province:CaliforniaCity:CommerceFull/Part Time:Full timeJob Summary:Under close supervision, this position provides administrative support and coordinates activities for a department or group of professionals.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Act as a liaison and interface with employees at all levels, other departments, customers and outside agenciesAssist management or professional staff with the completion of their duties, including reporting, filing, researching, and project supportComplete a variety of administrative projects and tasks using diverse software applications (Payroll, Workday)Develop reports, memos, letters, etc., and compose, critique and edit correspondenceHandle all incoming communications such as answering and screening calls, taking messages and answering routine questions, including attending to letters, emails, and visitors when necessaryMaintain computer files and logs for presentation materials, memos, letters, and reportsRespond to or follow up on inquiries regarding the customer's policies and proceduresMaintain schedule of events and/or deliveriesPrepare for new hires' first day by ordering all assets, submitting requests for security setup, handling training schedule, etc.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with up to 1 year of professional experiencePreferred Qualifications:Experience in an administrative roleAbility to type quickly and accuratelyCommunication skillsComputer skills with Microsoft programsData entry experienceDetail orientedExperience prioritizing and coordinating schedulesExperience working in a fast-paced environmentFile managementSelf-motivatedThe expected starting pay for this role is between $18.70 - $23.35 per hour.This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.Compensation:Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.Benefits:The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.Education:GED (Required), High School (Required)Work Experience:Business Administration, Clerical/Administrative, CommunicationsJob Opening ID:00649025 Administrative Assistant (Open)This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.