Administrative Assistant

Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plan

Employee stock ownership plan

Job placement assistance

Job summary

Penmac Staffing Services, Inc. in Olathe, Kansas is seeking an Administrative Assistant for a full-time, temp-to-hire role combining general office support with event planning, hosting, and occasional travel.

The position requires strong communication, organization, and adaptability, with travel several times per month and a 9:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on experience, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative or customer service experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Willing to travel several times per month.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and clerical support.
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and assist with correspondence.
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Prepare reports, presentations, documents, and other materials.
• Organize filing systems (electronic and paper).
• Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and hosting company events.
• Welcome visitors and provide a professional experience.
• Order office supplies and maintain an organized office environment.
• Support special projects and other administrative needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Event hosting

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you an organized, people-focused professional who enjoys variety in your workday? Penmac Staffing is seeking an Administrative Assistant for a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity in Olathe, Kansas. This unique role combines traditional administrative support with event planning, hosting, and occasional travel. If you enjoy working with people, staying organized, and representing a company in a professional and welcoming manner, this could be a great fit for you.

Requirements for the Administrative Assistant

• Previous administrative, office, or customer service experience preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Professional, friendly, and enthusiastic personality
• Comfortable interacting with employees, customers, visitors, and event attendees
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing schedules
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Willing and able to travel several times per month
• Flexible schedule when travel or company events require adjusted working hours

Administrative Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and clerical support
• Answer phones, respond to emails, and assist with correspondence
• Maintain calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments
• Prepare reports, presentations, documents, and other business materials
• Organize and maintain electronic and paper filing systems
• Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and hosting company events
• Welcome visitors and provide a positive, professional experience
• Order office supplies and help maintain an organized office environment
• Support special projects and other administrative needs as assigned

Pay, Schedule, and Location

• Olathe, Kansas
• Full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity
• Monday through Friday
• 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Hours may vary based on travel and scheduled company events
• $20.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

This Administrative Assistant position offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of office administration, event coordination, travel, and customer interaction. You'll play an important role in supporting daily operations while helping create memorable experiences at company events.

Why Penmac?

• Penmac Staffing offers affordable health insurance options with no waiting period
• Long-term Penmac employees may participate in our 401k retirement savings plan
• Become participants in our employee stock ownership plan
• We provide free, fast, and friendly help finding a job that matches your skills and schedule

About Penmac Staffing

We have been placing people first since 1988. We offer temporary, temp-to-hire, long-term, and direct hire job opportunities in a variety of industries. Penmac, a 100% employee-owned company, operates over 30 offices in eight states. Penmac is an Equal Opportunity Employer.