Administrative Assistant I

Reliance, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

EAP services

PTO & holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Community involvement

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential administrative and clerical support for the General Office.

The role assists managers and staff with a range of organizational tasks while handling confidential information and tight timelines. The position emphasizes professional, accurate communication and timely document processing, with duties spanning correspondence management, records maintenance, scheduling, and inter-department coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior administrative or clerical support experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information professionally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and office personnel.
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls professionally.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email and mail distribution.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain office records, reports, and documentation.
• Maintain filing systems (electronic and paper).
• Assist with preparation of internal communications and operational documents.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and calendars as requested.
• Support coordination of office activities and departmental communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and employee information.
• Enter and update data accurately in company systems.
• Assist with document scanning, copying, and distribution.
• Support workflow coordination between departments as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Confidential information handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Administrative Assistant

Department: General Office

Reports To: Office Manager / Office Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Company Summary

EMJ is a leading supplier of Steel and Aluminum Bar, Tubing, and Plate to manufacturing companies in North America and around the world. Our broad network of facilities, superior inventories, extensive value-added processing capabilities, and world-class technology enables EMJ to provide unsurpassed service to our customers.

Job Summary

The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient office operations. This role supports managers and employees through a variety of organizational, communication, and documentation tasks while handling confidential and time-sensitive information. The Administrative Assistant ensures work is completed accurately, professionally, and within required timelines while maintaining strong internal and external communication.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with affordable employee contribution rates.
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
• Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling, legal, and financial support.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Wellness incentives and access to LiveHealth Online.
• Employee discount program with over 30,000 deals.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling

Function in the Job

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Job Function

Essential Job Duties

• Provide administrative support to management and office personnel.
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls professionally.
• Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email and mail distribution.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain office records, reports, and documentation.
• Maintain filing systems (electronic and paper).
• Assist with preparation of internal communications and operational documents.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and calendars as requested.
• Support coordination of office activities and departmental communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and employee information.
• Enter and update data accurately in company systems.
• Assist with document scanning, copying, and distribution.
• Support workflow coordination between departments as needed.

Non-Essential Job Duties

• Order and maintain office supplies.
• Assist with special administrative projects.
• Support event coordination or internal initiatives as assigned.
• Provide backup support to other administrative staff when needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business operations.

Required Skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior administrative or clerical support experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information professionally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN