Administrative Assistant Job at Robert Half in Bridgeport

We are seeking a dedicated Administrative Assistant to join our team in BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut. In this role, your primary focus will be on providing administrative support, managing inbound calls, and maintaining effective customer service. The job also includes data entry tasks and handling email correspondence. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity.

Responsibilities:
• Manage inbound calls and respond to customer inquiries in a timely and detail-oriented manner
• Provide administrative support, including meeting with candidates and preparing them for onboarding
• Update and maintain the HRIS system with complete and accurate employee information
• Carry out data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Manage email correspondence, ensuring all communications are responded to promptly and effectively
• Support the onboarding process by creating personnel files for new hires
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word to perform various administrative tasks
• Schedule appointments and meetings as necessary
• Screen candidates, ensuring they meet the necessary compliance requirements.• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar role
• Proficient in Data Entry processes and procedures
• Excellent skills in Email Correspondence, ensuring clear and detail oriented communication
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word
• Experience in scheduling appointments, managing calendars and coordinating meetings
• Demonstrated experience in onboarding new employees and ensuring a smooth transition
• Proven skills in screening candidates, including initial reviews and coordinating interviews
• Familiarity with HRIS - Human Resources Information Systems, and ability to effectively use such systems for HR tasks.