Administrative Assistant – Schedule & Office Support

Republic Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with a generous company co

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to managers and staff. You will handle information requests, maintain files, organize schedules, and prepare standard reports and correspondence, ensuring smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, professional communication, and efficient handling of routine tasks across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of prior office experience.
• Strong Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and route calls to the appropriate person; place outgoing calls as required.
• Greet visitors, ascertain nature of business, and escort to manager or other appropriate person.
• Read and route incoming mail.
• Respond to requests regarding information, materials or business needs.
• Compose and prepare routine correspondence.
• File correspondence and other records.
• Schedule appointments for manager and other staff members.
• Compile and maintain standard reports and other statistical reports or data compilations.
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality at all times.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to managers and staff. You will handle information requests, maintain files, organize schedules, and prepare standard reports and correspondence, ensuring smooth daily operations.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, professional communication, and efficient handling of routine tasks across multiple departments in a fast-paced environment.