Position SummaryAids the AVP of Costco Travel IT by handling a wide variety of situations involving the administrative functions of the office. This position requires above average computer skills and a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
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Administrative Assistant provides administrative support for the Costco Travel IT AVP and directors. The ideal candidate must have experience performing a wide range of high-level administrative support duties. They must have a proven ability to independently manage multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and deadlines. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, flexibility and focus while working in a fast-paced, professional environment. Organizing and maintaining administrative processes, calendaring, scheduling, coordinating meetings and responding to inquiries are just a few of the responsibilities for this role. Preparing presentations, a high degree of competency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word, as well as other business software, is required. Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism are also required.
*Pay based on experience.
Job Duties/Essential Functions- Provide calendaring, travel coordination, expense management, and general administrative support for four Costco Travel AVP and directors.
- Collect, update, and promptly publish content on the internal department wiki/SharePoint site and display screens.
- Provide support for the IT management team.
- Provide assistance in scheduling, coordinating, and supporting interviews for IT positions as required.
- Manage staff information within the IT department.
- Efficiently prioritize and manage various tasks in accordance with established priorities.
- Enhance departmental processes by identifying and addressing inefficiencies.
- Monitor and organize travel and expense receipts for accurate accounting.
- Administer reimbursements, credits, and refunds until completion.
- Maintain records of purchase orders and vendor contracts.
- Prepare and refine documents and business communications using various applications.
- Safeguard confidential information with utmost discretion.
- Coordinate departmental projects and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
- Fulfill Office Manager responsibilities, including supply management and organizing team-building activities.
- Arranges acquisition, repair, and maintenance of office equipment. Submits ServiceNow requests for area needs.
- Reach out to the Administration Department, Human Resources, Facilities, and Accounting departments regarding any departmental concerns or issues.
- Relay communications to staff and other divisions, coordinates signatures/approvals, and is the go -to person for resources.
- Maintain confidential supplier and employee files; handles correspondence; and runs outside errands as needed for projects.
- Manage miscellaneous expenses and P-Card for supply purchases.
- Maintain a regular and reliable workplace attendance at assigned location.
- Same as Essential Functions.
- Regular and reliable workplace attendance at your assigned location.
Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.- Computer, phone, printer, copier, fax
Non-Essential Functions- Assists in other areas of the department as necessary.
- Assists in other areas of the company as necessary.
Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.- Same as essential functions
Experience, Skills, Education & Licenses/CertificationsRequired:- At least one year of Costco experience.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
- At least one year experience organizing and coordinating moderate to complex tasks.
- At least one year experience creating and running reports.
- Intermediate knowledge of Google Slides and Sheets.
- Detail oriented, well organized, and able to manage multiple and fast changing priorities.
- Able to identify and prioritize tasks with excellent troubleshooting skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrated success in maintaining a professional demeanor during hectic or stressful times. Ability to adjust positively to change in direction or assignment.
- Self-starter and multi-tasker with proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Relates well with a variety of personalities and individuals, both in person and over the phone.
- Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
- Applicants will be administered an assessment of presentation skills, written communication, reporting/mathematics, and/or proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products.
Recommended: - At least 2 years' Costco experience.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft SharePoint, or similar application.
- Event coordinating experience.
- Leadership experience.
- Ability to interact and work well with all levels of management and staff.
- Experience developing presentations.
- Willingness and motivation to take on additional responsibilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Workspace applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Successful internal candidates will have spent one year or more on their current team.
Other Conditions- Management will review the Job Analysis for this position prior to a job offer.
Required Documents• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Last two performance reviews
• Attendance records for current year (Do not include absences covered by paid sick/personal time, FMLA or other protected absences.)
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