Administrative Assistant (Entry)

Dexian; Stonington (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Dexian is seeking an Administrative Assistant for a contract position in Stonington, IL. The role involves essential clerical support to facilitate smooth office operations, including scheduling, communication, and handling various administrative tasks to support managers and team members.

The successful candidate will be entry-level with 1-3 years of administrative experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with standard office software.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in administrative or business support roles.
• Proven ability to schedule appointments, handle communication, and perform clerical duties.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with relevant office software and computer applications.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Self-motivated with the ability to plan and execute tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars.
• Provide information to callers and assist with inquiries.
• Take and transcribe dictation as needed.
• Perform general clerical duties to support daily business activities.
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks under supervision.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with team members.
• Gather, monitor, and manage information to ensure timely follow-up.
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently, demonstrating strong planning and time management skills.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Clerical tasks

Tools

Office software

Job description

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Duration: Contract.
Location: Stonington IL 62567Pay range: $20/hr - $21/hr.

Position Summary

This entry-level administrative role involves providing essential clerical support to facilitate smooth office operations. The successful candidate will assist with scheduling, communication, and handling various administrative tasks, supporting managers and team members to ensure organizational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars
• Provide information to callers and assist with inquiries
• Take and transcribe dictation as needed
• Perform general clerical duties to support daily business activities
• Assist with administrative and organizational tasks under supervision
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with team members
• Gather, monitor, and manage information to ensure timely follow-up
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently, demonstrating strong planning and time management skills

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in administrative or business support roles
• Proven ability to schedule appointments, handle communication, and perform clerical duties
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with relevant office software and computer applications
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Self-motivated with the ability to plan and execute tasks independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting managerial or executive-level staff
• Familiarity with standard office procedures and systems
• Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision and exercise judgment
• Strong attention to detail and result-oriented mindset
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities with flexibility

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.
Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.