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Administrative Assistant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team in Paterson, NJ. This long-term contract position is ideal for a proactive individual with strong organizational skills and a focused demeanor. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced service industry environment while managing various administrative tasks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle inbound and outbound phone calls with care and ensure excellent phone etiquette at all times.<br>• Maintain and update records with accurate data entry using Microsoft SharePoint and other tools.<br>• Provide courteous and efficient customer service over the phone, ensuring a pleasant experience for callers.<br>• Assist with coordinating schedules and managing appointments to support team operations.<br>• Compile, organize, and manage documentation to ensure accessibility and compliance.<br>• Support team members by performing general administrative tasks as needed.<br>• Monitor and respond to emails promptly, ensuring effective communication.<br>• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information and documents.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.<br>• Prepare reports and summaries based on collected data for internal use.
• Proven experience managing inbound and outbound telephone communications with professionalism.<br>• Strong knowledge of phone etiquette and a pleasant phone manner.<br>• Proficiency in data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint for document management and collaboration.<br>• Excellent organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.<br>• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.<br>• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.<br>• Previous experience in administrative roles within the service industry is an advantage.
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  • Paterson, Nj, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team in Paterson, NJ. This long-term contract position is ideal for a proactive individual with strong organizational skills and a focused demeanor. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced service industry environment while managing various administrative tasks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle inbound and outbound phone calls with care and ensure excellent phone etiquette at all times.<br>• Maintain and update records with accurate data entry using Microsoft SharePoint and other tools.<br>• Provide courteous and efficient customer service over the phone, ensuring a pleasant experience for callers.<br>• Assist with coordinating schedules and managing appointments to support team operations.<br>• Compile, organize, and manage documentation to ensure accessibility and compliance.<br>• Support team members by performing general administrative tasks as needed.<br>• Monitor and respond to emails promptly, ensuring effective communication.<br>• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information and documents.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.<br>• Prepare reports and summaries based on collected data for internal use.
  • 2025-10-16T18:14:08Z

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