Administrative Assistant

Strategicexceptions; Illinois; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Some health benefits

Job summary

Strategicexceptions is looking for a full-time Administrative Assistant based in Illinois. The role involves assisting the Executive Director in providing services to high-growth Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs). Responsibilities include scheduling meetings, managing the email inbox, and updating the website.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. Some in-state travel is required, and competitive salary and health benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; Associate Degree or higher preferred.
• Spanish speakers preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Schedules meetings with clients and answers phone calls professionally.
• Assists marketing team in promoting programs and services.
• Conducts intake of new clients to ensure forms are signed.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Google Workspace

Knowledge of WordPress

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree or Higher Preferred

Job description

Illinois Minority Business Development Agency Business Center

As part of the Illinois Minority Business Development Agency Business Center the Administrative Assistant is responsible for assisting the Executive Director of the IL MBDA to provide services to high-growth MBEs with $500,000 and greater annual revenues by performing daily operational administrative duties .

Responsibilities:

• Schedules meetings with clients and answers phone calls professionally and promptly.
• Assists the MBDA Business Center Marketing Team in promoting the Illinois MBDA Business Center programs and services within the prescribed service area.
• Answers phone calls and directs people on how to become clients
• Manages the IL MBDA email inbox and events calendar.
• Manages calendars for the Project Director and President.
• Conducts intake of new clients to ensure forms are signed and clients are directed to the next step, per our processes
• Keeps the website updated with images, photos and posts about upcoming and past events.
• And other duties as required.

Education and Skills Required

• Education: High School Diploma required, Associate Degree or Higher Preferred or equivalent work experience and education
• Spanish speakers are preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and, WordPress
• Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly.
• Follow-up and follow-through are a priority.
• Competitive salary and some health benefits.

This is a full-time position. Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Must be flexible and some in-state travel is required.