Administrative Assistant

Job ID
129933
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Manufacturing
Location
Missouri, Missouri, United States
Talascend is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant for a long-term contract opportunity in Kansas City, MO.

OVERVIEW:

This role supports the Global Facilities Construction leadership team by providing key administrative assistance to ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate is collaborative, communicative, and eager to engage with a national team on a diverse project portfolio.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Disseminate information to department and project teams as part of communications and management processes.
  • Resolve departmental questions and provide accurate information.
  • Prepare and present meeting notes, presentations, and tables using Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other tools.
  • Assist in developing departmental procedures and business initiatives.
  • Monitor deadlines and benchmarks; support progress reports and action item tracking.
  • Plan and facilitate meetings, including orientation, training, stakeholder and management meetings.
  • Coordinate training programs and maintain compliance records in partnership with the corporate training team.
  • Assemble and analyze data for business plans and financial reports.
  • Monitor and approve standard expenditures to ensure budget compliance.
  • Prepare communications including emails, agendas, and meeting minutes.
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
  • Address department-related issues and complaints, ensuring resolution.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  • Comply with all organizational policies and standards.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 
  • High School Diploma/GED required.
  • Office/clerical experience required.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required.
  • Ability to work independently with accuracy and reliability.
  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Professional communication with internal teams and external partners, including clients, vendors, and community leaders.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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