Administrative Assistant: Growth in Traffic Safety

Helix; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 60 days

Employer‑matching 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Superior Traffic Control in Tennessee seeks a proactive Administrative Assistant to support HR, onboarding, payroll processing, and day-to-day office operations at our Chattanooga location. This role is essential to keeping our regional teams organized and compliant while working within a safety‑conscious, professional environment.

You will handle timekeeping records, greet visitors, manage calls, coordinate documents, and provide reliable support to other departments as needed, contributing to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or some college coursework preferred.
• At least 2 years of administrative or office support experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with standard office equipment and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with multi-tasking.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform general clerical and administrative duties including copying, faxing, mail distribution, filing, and document management.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling employee, payroll, and other sensitive information.
• Assist Human Resources with onboarding activities and processing new hire documentation.
• Manage and maintain employee timekeeping records for weekly payroll.
• Serve as a first point of contact for employees and direct inquiries.
• Greet and assist visitors professionally.
• Data entry and record-keeping accuracy.
• Answer and direct phone calls promptly and distribute messages.
• Support other departments and locations as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or some college coursework

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Superior Traffic Control in Tennessee seeks a proactive Administrative Assistant to support HR, onboarding, payroll processing, and day-to-day office operations at our Chattanooga location. This role is essential to keeping our regional teams organized and compliant while working within a safety‑conscious, professional environment.

You will handle timekeeping records, greet visitors, manage calls, coordinate documents, and provide reliable support to other departments as needed, contributing to