Administrative Assistant - Division Support
Location: Lake Mary, FL (On-site)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (occasional after-hours/weekend as needed)
Reports To: Division Vice President
Pay Range: $26-$32 per hour
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive
Administrative Assistant to provide direct support to the Division Vice President and Division Controller. This in-office role is essential to maintaining smooth daily operations, clear communication, and efficient coordination across the Division.
This position handles a wide range of administrative responsibilities, including travel arrangements, hotel blocks, event coordination, contract support, Division meetings, training logistics, and disaster-readiness organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, and able to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative & Executive Support
- Provide daily administrative support to the Division Vice President and Division Controller.
- Manage complex calendars, appointments, and Division-wide meeting schedules.
- Prepare and distribute internal reports, communications, and presentations.
- Maintain confidential files, documentation, and accurate records.
- Support contract review and coordination while ensuring confidentiality.
Travel & Event Coordination
- Book all Division travel, including flights, hotels, rental vehicles, and itineraries.
- Secure hotel room blocks and negotiate contract terms with vendors and hotels.
- Coordinate Division meetings, leadership visits, trainings, and on-site events.
- Support vendor pricing, logistics, hospitality, and contract arrangements.
- Provide onsite or after-hours support during major meetings or events, as needed.
Financial & Operational Support
- Assist with financial projections, budgeting tasks, and expense tracking.
- Support contract administration in coordination with the Corporate Legal team.
- Maintain accuracy and compliance with internal financial guidelines.
Division Support & Special Projects
- Coordinate disaster-planning resources and maintain updated emergency materials.
- Support Division initiatives, celebrations, and team-building projects.
- Conduct research and prepare briefing materials or presentations.
- Recommend and support improvements to administrative systems and procedures.
Qualifications
Required
- Proven background in administrative support, executive assistance, or office coordination.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion.
- High level of technical and systems proficiency.
Preferred
- 2+ years of supervisory or people-management experience.
- Experience negotiating contracts with vendors, hotels, or service providers.
- Experience using AMEX/Concur for travel and expense management.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Ability to travel for work, when required.
Why You'll Love This Role
- High-impact position supporting division leadership.
- Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and organizational efficiencies.
- Collaborative and professional work environment.
- Consistent weekday schedule with limited after-hours requirements.
- Meaningful responsibilities with room for growth and development.
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k), and Life Insurance
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)