Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant will perform a variety of administrative activities and tasks. Responsibilities will include researching, compiling, tracking, and analyzing data and information from various sources, organizing, coordinating, and scheduling meetings, preparing travel arrangements and expense reports, preparing correspondence and reports, purchasing supplies, filing, and coordinating calendars.

The position requires proficiency in utilizing various software to generate reports, spreadsheets, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence, and presentations. The Administrative Assistant may also recommend processes to enhance workflow. The successful candidate will gain a broad understanding of departmental and laboratory policies and practice, and will be responsible for providing data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures.

This is a full-time position, with standard office hours of Monday-Friday, 830am-5pm. On-site work in Lemont, IL is required up to three (3) days a week, as business demands.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 8+ years of experience in administrative support or related field.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skills to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to model Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

To perform the essential functions of this position, successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contracts.

Job Family
Support Administrative (SA)

Job Profile
Administrative Support 3

Worker Type
Regular

Time Type
Full time

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