Executive Administrative Assistant

Kelly; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Executive Administrative Assistant to support senior scientific leadership in a professional office environment. This role focuses on keeping an office organized, supporting executives, coordinating schedules, and ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly.

The schedule is very flexible, making this a great opportunity for an experienced administrative professional looking for a part-time role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; additional education or training preferred.
• Experience in administrative, office management, executive support, or office coordination.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, friendly, and customer-service-oriented approach.
• Strong attention to detail and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Comfortable with diversity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and office support to senior executives.
• Answer and direct phone calls, greet clients, visitors, and candidates.
• Coordinate meetings, calendars, interviews, and onsite interview logistics.
• Arrange catering and support meeting needs.
• Order and maintain office supplies.
• Keep kitchen and shared office areas organized and properly stocked.
• Manage outgoing mail, FedEx, and other deliveries.
• Assist executives with various administrative tasks and projects.
• Support department purchase orders and contract administration.
• Help keep daily office operations running efficiently.
• Handle confidential information professionally.
• Take on additional administrative responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word &

Education

High school diploma

Additional education or training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Onsite

Schedule: Part-Time | 30 Hours Per Week

Hours: Approximately 9:00 AM–2:00/3:00 PM | Very Flexible

Pay: $35.00–$38.00 per hour

Type: Temporary-to-Hire

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Executive Administrative Assistant to support senior scientific leadership in a professional office environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys keeping an office organized, supporting executives, coordinating schedules, and making sure day-to-day operations run smoothly.

The schedule is very flexible, making this a great opportunity for an experienced administrative professional looking for a part-time role.

What You’ll Do

• Provide administrative and office support to senior executives.
• Answer and direct phone calls and greet clients, visitors, and candidates.
• Coordinate meetings, calendars, interviews, and onsite interview logistics.
• Arrange catering and support meeting needs.
• Order and maintain office supplies.
• Keep kitchen and shared office areas organized and properly stocked.
• Manage outgoing mail, FedEx, and other deliveries.
• Assist executives with various administrative tasks and projects.
• Support department purchase orders and contract administration.
• Help keep daily office operations running efficiently.
• Handle confidential information professionally.
• Take on additional administrative responsibilities as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma required; additional education or training preferred.
• Previous administrative, office management, executive support, or office coordination experience.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, friendly, and customer-service-oriented approach.
• Strong attention to detail and active listening skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• $35–$38 per hour
• 30 hours per week
• Very flexible daytime schedule
• Temporary-to-hire opportunity
• Professional office environment
• Opportunity to support senior leadership and grow into a long-term position

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Telemedicine
• Term life
• Whole life
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness
• Legal plan
• Short-term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
• Transit spending account
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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