Administrative Assistant

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support daily office needs and the General Administration team in Sugar Land, TX. You will help organize meetings, manage travel, and handle essential clerical tasks with a focus on accuracy and discretion.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent organization, and the ability to work independently or in a team to keep operations running smoothly and confidential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience in the corporate administrative environment is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong organizational skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to prioritize deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Interface with internal and external stakeholders, including executives and vendors.
• Provide administrative support to organize effective meetings and materials.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including hotels and transportation.
• Order and maintain office supplies and kitchen essentials.
• Assist with phone coverage, visitor hosting, and document filing.
• Maintain confidential records and petty cash; manage meals and deliveries.
• Support vehicle usage, maintenance, and scheduling as needed.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

The Administrative Assistant supports daily office needs and general administrative activities. The position also provides support to other General Administration department colleagues.

Job Duties

• Interface appropriately with a broad array of internal and external stakeholders, including senior executives, company employees at all levels, and external vendors.
• Provide administrative support to ensure effective and efficient meetings: gather and organize meeting materials, reserve and set up conference rooms, food catering, and other preparations as needed.
• Coordinate all aspects of travel when requested such as hotel and transportation.
• Order and maintain all office supplies such as paper, envelopes, frequently used shipping forms, business cards, and kitchen supplies.
• Work closely with other General Administration department colleagues to assist with phone coverage, vacation coverage, and critical special projects.
• Answer telephone calls promptly and efficiently; provide information to routine inquires or calls to appropriate staff.
• Greet visitors and ensure they are appropriately hosted and escorted at all times.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date files of all records assigned to ensure readily accessible to authorized staff.
• Maintain accurate petty cash balance.
• Order and deliver meals.
• Order monthly birthday cards and Starbucks cards, delivery of cards to direct supervisor.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all business information.
• Provide transportation support using corporate vehicles, including delivery of documents, supplies, and equipment, and shuttling employees or guests.
• Coordinate and manage corporate vehicle usage schedules.
• Oversee corporate vehicle maintenance, including routine servicing, inspections, and cleanliness.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• At minimum, a high school diploma is required, an associate degree is preferred
• Previous experience in the corporate administrative environment is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a team